Cycling: it is never too late to start

Figuring out where to start can be daunting for those who have never even sat on a bike, as well as for those who want to improve their skills. Here are a few ways to improve your cycling skills and confidence.

Post-recession Britons are healthier, better off and living greener lives

National wellbeing snapshot covering period as UK shrugged off financial crisis finds improvements in 17 of its measures

Cycling: get kitted up with the basics

The amount of stuff cyclists seem to need can be daunting to anyone. Getting a bike is a obviously good start, but what else should you look for to guarantee a fun and safe ride?

How antibiotic resistance could wreak havoc on health, food and travel

In addition to the estimated 700,000 deaths caused by drug-resistant infections each year, the lack of new antibiotics could have serious extended consequences

Cycling: how to conquer the commute

Laura Stewart on 10 ways to conquer the fear of the commute

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