Air fresheners, joss sticks, deodorants – and other killers in our midst
A new report says a wide range of household items act as pollutants in our homes. So, how can we improve the quality of the air we breathe?
Organic consumers avoiding processed and red meat, sales show
Data on British buying habits in 2015 reveals a move away from products such as sausages and bacon in favour of fish and poultry
Is organic food healthier?
A new study has suggested that organic milk might contain higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids. But that doesn’t mean it’s necessarily better for you
Crossing Asia on my bike, I met countless others out to see the world on a bicycle
Emily Chappell: Exploring the world on a bicycle is an adventure like no other – it is the best way of meeting the world on its own terms
Spiky Australian grass the key to making better condoms, say researchers
Fibres from spinifex are being used to make condoms more reliable and as thin as a human hair, according to University of Queensland research
Parks are good for us – so why are they being neglected?
It may seem sensible for Brighton and Hove city council to save £175,000 a year by sacking its rangers, but the hidden costs are great
Animal-themed condoms aim to slow population growth – with grandpa’s help
Environmentalists have handed out 40,000 free ‘endangered species condoms’ on student campuses, farmers’ markets and even via elderly people
Cancer is political – as the argument about its causes shows
New research suggests that environmental factors are responsible for the huge majority of cancers; but opposing studies suggest it’s down to genetics and bad luck. Which you believe may depend on your own philosophy
Three alternative commuter bikes for those bored of hybrids
Belt drive, single speed or gravel bike? We try out three very different bikes from BMC, On One and Genesis
Is powdered food an eco-dream or just weird?
Huel and Ambronite are touting powdered meals as a low-cost, sustainable way to feed people and help protect the planet