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Food companies are coming under pressure for growth as the maker of Velveeta breaks up and an activist investor takes a stake in PepsiCo. Source link

Before fleeing China, an activist in Chongqing staged an elaborate one-man demonstration against the Communist Party that doubled as performance art. Source link

The Atlanta Beltline turned a mostly derelict 22-mile loop around the city into a wildly popular — and profitable — urban park. It also contributed to displacing longtime residents. Source link

The president’s attacks on the central bank’s independence could undermine investor confidence in the institution at a crucial time. Source link

Ms. Malle, 39, succeeds Anna Wintour, a titan in fashion. “There has to be a noticeable shift that makes this mine,” Ms. Malle said in an interview. Source link

Beijing has run out of patience with companies slashing prices, and is urging restraint. But fierce competition is also producing a surge of innovation. Source link

The world premiere drew a starry audience to the annual film festival in Colorado. Source link

The world’s largest food company named Philipp Navratil, a longtime employee, to replace Laurent Freixe. Source link

Mining materials to make cement, gravel and a host of other common products require an explosive that is becoming more expensive and limited in supply. Source link

The W.N.B.A.’s Sophie Cunningham is riding her viral moment to endorsements and brand deals. But she doesn’t want to talk politics. Source link