Many claim that cycling makes people happier and healthier and cities greener, and a study in New Zealand shows that for every dollar spent on building separated bike lanes, cities could save as much as $24 thanks to lower healthcare costs, less pollution and traffic.

Around half a million bikes are sold in Denmark each year, and nine out of ten Danes own one. It's the ideal location for high-tech smart bike-sharing scheme Gobike to debut. But what will it mean for locals? And can it provide an effective solution to travel in other cities?

Transport for London conducted the biggest mass census of cyclists to date, finding that bikes make up 24% of all vehicles on the streets during the city's morning rush hour. The finding gives traction to cycling advocates who demand better infrastructure.

Are Britons still as proud of their nation? And what’s the latest food craze? In our 2014 / 15 cultural snapshot of the United Kingdom, we demystify cultural myths, shed light on the country’s economic outlook, and explore the emerging and established trends across eleven sectors.