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Author Archives: Andreas Moser
10 FAQ on Inheritance Law in Germany – updated 2023
I have noticed that I receive many e-mails with the same questions, so I have begun to post the most frequent questions – and of course the answers to them – for everyone to read. For free, can you believe that?! … Continue reading
Posted in Family Law, German Law, Germany, Law
Tagged estate law, forced heirship, inheritance, inheritance law, inheritance tax, testament
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Deathbed Thoughts
Although I have never been called to somebody’s deathbed to listen to his or her last words (and I probably would arrive too late anyway), I am absolutely certain that nobody ever died thinking: “I wish I had worked more.” … Continue reading
My first thoughts on the London Riots in August 2011
The riots in London are still going on and I am in the middle of it all in London. There is too much happening in different parts of London and I cannot be everywhere, so I cannot form an elaborate opinion … Continue reading
Posted in London, Politics, UK
Tagged crime, IRA, Ken Livingstone, London riots, Mark Duggan, police, violence
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Tottenham Riots August 2011
Last night, a peaceful protest in Tottenham in North London against the shooting of Mark Duggan (29) by police turned violent. The questionable circumstances of the shooting have led to (more) anger in the community against the police. When I … Continue reading
Posted in London, Photography, Politics, UK
Tagged Haringey, Mark Duggan, police, riot, Tottenham, violence
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I discovered paradise
For my birthday on 6 July, I went away for a few days. Some hiking and camping, being alone and close to nature. It was beautiful! Without searching for it, I discovered paradise: This was the bay at the bottom … Continue reading
Peace Camp at Parliament Square in London
I wonder if the participants of the “Peace Camp” at Parliament Square in London have ever noticed the irony of protesting against all kinds of wars under the amused eyes of Winston Churchill. The “Peace Camp” is a continuous protest … Continue reading
Posted in History, London, Military, Photography, Politics, UK
Tagged Boris Johnson, Churchill, democracy, demonstration, foreign policy, House of Commons, Houses of Parliament, irony, pacifism, parliament, Parliament Square, peace, Peace Camp, protest, protests, Sir Winston Churchill, war, Westminster, Winston Churchill
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Less or Fewer? A Company Name gone Wrong
Today at LSE library, I noticed an advertisement at the inside of a toilet door (the location might have been a foreboding) for a company that offers proofreading services: “Less Silly Errors: Proofreaders of Academic Essays”: Obviously, this company wanted … Continue reading
Hadrian’s Wall Path – My Advice
After having walked the Hadrian’s Wall Path in June 2011, I have some practical advice for anyone who is thinking about doing the same, especially fellow wild campers: Take as little as possible with you. This is the single most … Continue reading
Posted in Travel, UK
Tagged adventure, camping, Hadrian's Wall, Hadrian's Wall path, hiking, outdoors, walking
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Walking along Hadrian’s Wall
“My shoulders are aching from the weight of the backpack, the sun is burning, the wind is blowing me backwards, I am running out of water already and I still have 125 km to go.” This was the entry in … Continue reading
Posted in Photography, Travel, UK
Tagged adventure, Hadrian's Wall, Hadrian's Wall path, hiking, Romans, Scotland, walking
38 Comments
Babies are (not) taboo
I am not one of those people who does something just because it is illegal or socially not accepted. Nor do I like provocation for provocation’s sake. But of the many things that I like to do, some include activities … Continue reading
