Free wheeling

If you have a short commute and still don't cycle to work, why not? Emily Thornberry busts 10 persistent myths about this easy, green and healthy way to get on the move.

US generics put pressure on GlaxoSmithKline

3.45pm update: Drugs giant posted a fall in sales and profits for the first quarter of the year this morning, due to a strong pound and tough generic competition in the US, while Shire raises its earnings guidance for this year. By Marianne Barriaux.

Walking boots

If you're planning to hit the great outdoors over the Easter weekend, the right footwear will be essential. Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones, self-styled 'Black Farmer' and boot fan, gives five pairs the runaround.

Positive discrimination

The rights of workers with HIV are protected by the law - but many are still worried about disclosing their status to their employer, reports Matt Keating.

All in the mind

Brain surgery is cloaked in mystery, but Neil Kitchen says it can be a 'simple procedure'. Melissa Viney went into the operating theatre to find out.