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Plan B, Brad Pitt's production company, has launched a European branch based in London, led by Ed Macdonald, to increase premium TV series production in Europe, with support from Mediawan, marking a significant step in its international growth.
Brad Pitt attended the premiere of the Bob Marley biopic "One Love" in Los Angeles, where he was all smiles and seen mingling with the cast and other stars. As one of the producers through his company Plan B, Pitt's appearance at the event highlighted his involvement in the film's production, showcasing his versatility beyond acting.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that the use of emergency contraception, such as Plan B pills, has more than doubled among American women since they were approved for over-the-counter sale. According to the CDC's National Survey of Family Growth, 26.6% of women who have had sex reported using emergency contraception, up from 10.8% in previous years. The survey also found a decline in teen sex rates, with 38.7% of male teens and 40.5% of female teens reporting having had sex, down from previous years. Additionally, the use of intrauterine devices (IUDs) for birth control has tripled since 2010, with 21.4% of women relying on IUDs.
A small study suggests that taking the painkiller drug piroxicam alongside the emergency contraceptive pill Plan B (levonorgestrel) can significantly reduce the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex. In the study, 95% of women who took both medications did not get pregnant, compared to only 63% of those who took levonorgestrel alone. Piroxicam, an anti-inflammatory drug commonly used for arthritis pain, did not cause more side effects compared to a placebo. However, further research is needed to establish the safety and effectiveness of this combination of drugs for all patients.
Despite Steve Cohen's billions, the New York Mets have yet to achieve success, prompting the owner to consider a Plan B to improve the team's performance.
The Deputy Treasury Secretary, Wally Adeyemo, has ruled out the possibility of using the 14th Amendment to raise the debt ceiling, stating that it is Congress's responsibility to address the issue. With no clear Plan B in place, negotiations between Democrats and Republicans continue as the deadline to raise the debt ceiling approaches.
With the Treasury Department's estimated default date nearing, the Biden administration has taken a "break glass measure" off the table, leaving no Plan B if the debt deal fails. As of June 1, the US government will run out of money to pay its bills unless Congress raises or suspends the debt ceiling.
Tessa Thompson is set to star as Hedda Gabler in Nia DaCosta's upcoming film "Hedda" for MGM's Orion Pictures and Plan B. The film is a reimagination of Henrik Ibsen's 1891 stage play and reunites Thompson with DaCosta after their critically acclaimed 2018 film "Little Woods". Thompson will also produce the film through her own Viva Maude label. Hedda Gabler has seen numerous screen adaptations over the years, with Ingrid Bergman and Glenda Jackson among the stars. Thompson has become a hugely in-demand name, with major roles in Marvel's Thor franchise, the Creed movies, and HBO's Westworld.