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Empire of the Sum

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Reporters in the Field, Start Here Podcast, and the History of Calculators

Reporters in the field provide an essential service by delivering news in a fast, straightforward, and sometimes entertaining manner. ABC's Daily Podcast Start Here offers a quick, smart look at important stories every morning. Historically, society has always had a need to count things, leading to the creation of a tool called a calculator. The concept of a calculator has evolved over time, from slide rules and metal adding machines to modern calculator watches, each reflecting the era and cultural context in which they were used.

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