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  • Millions of birds lose precious energy due to fireworks on New Year’s Eve

    New data shows birds are affected by the mass use of fireworks on New Year's Eve up to a distance of 10 km away.
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  • The UvA to celebrate its 392nd Dies Natalis

    This year's Dies Natalis will focus on the importance of multilingualism at the university and explore why a healthy mouth is fundamental to overall health.
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  • Students tackle debt issues in Amsterdam

    The Amsterdam Law Hub project provides people such as youth counsellors or community volunteers with legal advice to address debt issues in Amsterdam.
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  • Face to face with mummies

    Look 1,700 years into the past at the newest Allard Pierson exhibition.
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