Some scientists though are uncertain as to whether the world can afford such large sums in a time of economic crisis.

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How much higher is uncertain, though, for none of these achievements can be regarded as secure.

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After an uncertain start to the concert - one band member recalled the assembled aristocrats inspected them through eyeglasses "as though there were bugs on us" - the king roared his approval, loudly applauding their rendition of Tiger Rag.

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