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“Life on earth survives thanks to diversity, says Sekunda, because changing circumstances means today's winners can suddenly become tomorrow's losers. When the meteor hits, when the Green Revolution fails, when the bees unexpectedly die, the kind of anomalous diversity found in the Galapagos Islands—or in the technology of Japan—is exactly what will save us from the most dangerous failure of all: global success.”

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Solution 214-238: The Book of Japans

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Momus, born Li Ming, is a talented songwriter with an international perspective. Born on February 11, 1960, in China, he has been passionate about music since childhood. Momus' musical style is unique, blending various musical elements, and he has created a large number of popular songs. His works have had a profound impact on the Chinese music scene and he is hailed as the 'Poet of Music'. more

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