May 2025 Highlights: Entertainment Deals & Sports Action

Welcome to the May 2025 archive of African News Rehearsal. In just a few weeks we saw a blockbuster Hollywood merger, a thrilling Scottish Premiership clash, and two heart‑pounding NBA playoff games. Below you’ll find quick takeaways so you can stay in the loop without scrolling through endless pages.

Hollywood Shake‑up: Paramount Teams Up with Skydance

The biggest buzz this month came from Hollywood. Paramount Pictures and Skydance announced a $28 billion merger that ends the Redstone family’s long‑standing control. David Ellison, who now runs the combined studio, says the goal is to take on streaming giants by pairing blockbuster know‑how with deep pockets.

What does this mean for movie fans? Expect more big‑budget releases, faster greenlights for ambitious projects, and possibly a new wave of franchise films. The deal is slated to close by September 2025, so keep an eye on upcoming announcements – the next summer lineup could look very different.

Sports Roundup: Scottish Football & NBA Playoffs

Celtic vs St Mirren: On May 17, Celtic headed into Celtic Park with a strong home record – 16 wins in their last 18 league games and an average of three goals per match. Their opponents, St Mirren, have struggled on the road all season. The preview tipped Celtic as clear favorites, and the stats backed that up.

Warriors vs Timberwolves – Game 1: The Golden State Warriors opened their Western Conference Semifinals with a 99‑88 win despite an early setback when Stephen Curry left the court injured. Buddy Hield and Draymond Green stepped up, delivering the offense while the defense smothered Minnesota. That gave the Warriors a 1‑0 series lead.

Nuggets vs Clippers – Game 6: The Los Angeles Clippers forced a decisive Game 7 by edging Denver 111‑105 in a rollercoaster finish. Kawhi Leonard brought his intensity, and James Harden dropped a jaw‑dropping 51‑point triple‑double. Both teams showed relentless defense, making the series one of the most exciting first‑round matchups this year.

These games highlight why May has been such an action‑packed month for sports fans. Whether you follow European football or NBA drama, there’s plenty to talk about.

That’s a quick snapshot of what made May 2025 stand out on African News Rehearsal. We’ll keep bringing you the latest headlines, deep dives, and analysis across entertainment and sport. Stay tuned for more stories that matter to you.