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Syrian Government Forces Advance in Raqqa - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 18, 2026, a convoy of Syrian Government forces is seen advancing through the region, treading over flags of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). This movement comes as government troops successfully take control of dozens of towns and villages across Northeast Syria following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led groups affiliated with the PKK.

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Syrian Government Forces Advance in Raqqa - Syria

In Raqqa, Syria on January 18, 2026, a convoy of Syrian Government forces is seen advancing through the region, treading over flags of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF). This movement comes as government troops successfully take control of dozens of towns and villages across Northeast Syria following the withdrawal of Kurdish-led groups affiliated with the PKK.

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Nippon Steel Treading Corporation signage and logo

Nippon Steel Treading Corporation signage and logo=July 2,2025,Tokyo

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Nippon Steel Treading Corporation signage and logo

Nippon Steel Treading Corporation signage and logo=July 2,2025,Tokyo

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Nippon Steel Treading Corporation signage and logo

Nippon Steel Treading Corporation signage and logo=July 2,2025,Tokyo

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the side view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the head of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows a cup of coffee with latte art featuring the image of an ancient bronze horse statue on its milk foam, served at a shop affiliated to Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A souvenir resembling the head of an ancient bronze horse statue is seen at a store affiliated to Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, May 13, 2022. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows the side view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A staff member lays an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, Oct. 27, 2023. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the front view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the side view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the rear view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the side view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the side view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows an enlarged replica of an ancient bronze horse statue in front of Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the front view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-BRONZE HORSE-CULTURAL & CREATIVE PRODUCTS (CN)

(240103) -- LANZHOU, Jan. 3, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Oct. 27, 2023 shows the front view of an ancient bronze horse statue at Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei of Gansu and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Wang Yuguo)

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CHINA-FUJIAN-FUZHOU-JASMINE TEA-SCENTING PROCESS (CN)

(221217) -- FUZHOU, Dec. 17, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Fu Tianfu, a master of tea-scenting techniques, processes a bag of tea leaves by gently treading at a tea workshop in Fuzhou, southeast China's Fujian Province, on Dec. 16, 2022. Fuzhou Jasmine tea scenting techniques have state-level intangible cultural heritage status in China. Jasmine tea is tea scented with the aroma of jasmine blossoms and typically has green tea as its base. The hot and humid climate and the red soil in east China's Fujian Province provide favorable conditions for jasmine and tea plants to thrive, becoming the high-quality ingredients that are needed for jasmine tea. (Xinhua/Zhou Yi)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220628) -- LANZHOU, June 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A tourist (L) poses for photos with a staff member wearing headgear featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, June 28, 2022. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. (Xinhua/Ma Xiping)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220628) -- LANZHOU, June 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A tourist (L) selects souvenirs featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, June 28, 2022. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. (Xinhua/Ma Xiping)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220628) -- LANZHOU, June 28, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Souvenirs featuring an ancient bronze horse statue are seen at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, June 28, 2022. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. (Xinhua/Ma Xiping)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows an ancient bronze horse statue in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows bookmarks featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A visitor views souvenirs featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, May 13, 2022. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows a cup of coffee with latte art featuring an ancient bronze horse statue in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows replicas of an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows an ancient bronze horse statue in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows fans featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A visitor views souvenirs featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, May 13, 2022. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows replicas of an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows ornaments featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A visitor views souvenirs featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, May 13, 2022. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Combo photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows an ancient bronze horse statue (top) in Gansu Provincial Museum and souvenirs (bottom) featuring the statue at a store of Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A souvenir featuring an ancient bronze horse statue is seen at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province, May 13, 2022. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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CHINA-GANSU-MUSEUM-CULTURAL AND CREATIVE PRODUCT (CN)

(220514) -- LANZHOU, May 14, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 13, 2022 shows magnets featuring an ancient bronze horse statue at a store in Gansu Provincial Museum in Lanzhou, capital of northwest China's Gansu Province. The bronze horse statue, popularly known as "Bronze Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," was unearthed in 1960s from the Leitai Tomb of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) in Wuwei County and is now preserved in the Gansu Provincial Museum. Its image became a symbol of Chinese tourism in 1983. (Xinhua/Chen Bin)

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FEATURE: New Year fish, sushi, and treading lightly at Tsukiji market

Seafood merchants prepare tuna for retail at a stall inside the intermediate wholesale market in Tokyo on Nov. 30, 2015. Fresh tuna is carved with extremely long knives called maguro-bocho. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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FEATURE: New Year fish, sushi, and treading lightly at Tsukiji

Shellfish, including scallops, Nagasaki turban shells and ark clams, on display in the intermediate wholesale area at Tokyo's Tsukiji fish market on Nov. 30, 2015. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Threshing with an ashitsuki (treading) mortar

This is a scene of a threshing. Harvested rice is hulled using a mortar worked by treading. Not only unhulled rice but also other agricultural products such as sweet potatoes were crushed using this device.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:R. Stillfried, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number77‐43‐0]

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Threshing rice

Farm women are threshing harvested rice with a treading machine. The woman wearing a head towel might be the mother and the other two women her daughters. The location is the garden of the farm house. The threshed rice is drying on mats spread on the ground. Firewood is piled up in the warehouse in the background. The time is Meiji, but the location is unknown.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number51‐23‐0]

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Geometrical pattern drawn on snow field in Japan

A geometrical pattern drawn on a 70-meter-by-160-meter snow-covered rice field in the northeastern Japan village of Inakadate is lit up on Feb. 10, 2017. British snow artist Simon Beck created the pattern by spending 11 hours treading down the snow field. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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Geometrical pattern drawn on snow field in Japan

A geometrical pattern drawn on a 70-meter-by-160-meter snow-covered rice field in the northeastern Japan village of Inakadate is lit up on Feb. 10, 2017. British snow artist Simon Beck created the pattern by spending 11 hours treading down the snow field. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo