Like his forward-looking predecessors, he will have to rely on future generations of entomologists to ensure that his labours bear fruit.

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This is happening at the same time that some red states notably Kansas and Louisiana are looking at lowering income tax rates by shifting to rely more on consumption or sales tax revenues.

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But Chinese companies looking for new markets, and extra cash to expand, are going to have to rely on their home market.

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Separately, a government official said China would continue to rely on domestic coal production for most of its energy needs but was also looking to step up investment in renewable industries.

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Still, many small businesses that rely on Google for Web traffic are taking it hard and looking for ways to adapt.

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