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A young girl's grisly murder in 1937 shocked the world and made headlines around the globe. But as Beijing teetered on the edge of war with Japan, her death - and the search for her killer - were soon forgotten.  The author Paul French stumbled upon an unlabeled box of dusty yellow paged files at the British National Archives. The documents inspired him to write his novel  Midnight in Peking that became an instant bestseller.  Murder and Gin is a portrait of a young girl, Pamela Werner, and her Beijing. A collection of historical photographs and antique maps will open a window to the ...

Willamette Week The need for strong, independent local journalism is more urgent than ever. Please support the city we love by joining Friends of Willamette Week. Pioneer Place Wants to Install New Security Gates. City Approval Could Take Up to 103 Days. For now, Portland’s highest-end retailers are hidden behind sheets of plywood and particle board. SHINING LIKE A DIAMOND: A downtown MAX train passes the boarded-up entry of Pioneer Place. (Brian Burk) Updated February 10 The first sign that Portland's economy is rebounding from a year of paralysis will come when downtown stores st...

10 Easy Rides You Can Do Without Leaving Beijing Jan 1, 2021 2:30 pm | Add a comment | 1157 reads It may be chilly outside – like, really chilly – but that's no reason to forsake a little exercise and outdoor fun, especially if fitness ranks anywhere on your list of New Year's resolutions. After all, you can't stay indoors for the next two months straight! And no matter what your level, cycling in Beijing is nicer and safer than you probably think (yes, really). Here are some fun and easy routes (even by shared bike) to explore the many wond...

A young girl's grisly murder in 1937 shocked the world and made headlines around the globe. But as Beijing teetered on the edge of war with Japan, her death - and the search for her killer - were soon forgotten. The author Paul French stumbled upon an unlabeled box of dusty yellow paged files at the British National Archives. The documents inspired him to write his novel  Midnight in Peking that became an instant bestseller.  “Murder and Mulled Wine” is a portrait of a young girl, Pamela Werner, and her Beijing. A collection of historical photographs and antique maps will open a wind...