Scientists at Northwestern University have demonstrated the first-ever two-dimensional mechanically interlocked material, featuring an astonishing 100 trillion molecular bonds per square centimeter. The synthetic material is described as having exceptional strength and flexibility, opening the door for advancements in next-generation flexible elect

Argentina's finance ministry announced the successful execution of a major debt-for-nature swap program, converting billions in sovereign bonds into dedicated, long-term funding for environmental conservation projects in its Patagonian and Pampas regions. The innovative financial maneuver aims to reduce external debt while meeting climate and biodi

A consortium of the world's largest retail and e-commerce companies has formed an alliance to establish a new global security standard for digital wallets and mobile payment platforms. The goal is to create a universally accepted, tokenized authentication framework to combat the rapidly increasing fraud and security breaches associated with online

Switzerland's parliament approved a bill authorizing the nationalization of several key pumped-storage hydroelectric power plants and large-scale battery facilities. The controversial move is intended to secure national energy independence and ensure the stability of the grid as the country aggressively phases out nuclear power and integrates inter