"MISSION IMPOSSIBLE" THEME-MAKER GOES HOME. and more

NAME : Princess Sedinam Adzafi

Index number :   BABJ28050

"MISSION IMPOSSIBLE" THEME-MAKER GOES HOME. 

Lalo Schifrin, Argentine-American composer famous for his "Mission Impossible" theme passed away on June 26th 2025 at age 93. Born into a musical family in Buenos Aires, Schifrin studied classical piano while he was still young. 

His journey as a writer to Hollywood began after a move to America. He was known for his unforgettable melody he wrote for Mission Impossible. 

Schifrin's family said he died peacefully and his son, Ryan Schifrin, confirmed his father died of complications from pneumonia on Thursday, in his statement shared with CBS, BBC's U.S partner. 

The prolific artist while he was still alive was a consistent nominee at the Oscars with scores for films like The Sting II, Dirty Harry, and Cool Hand Luke among which he received an honorary lifetime achievement at the Oscars in 2018. Aside his honorary award, he won four Grammys, three of which were for his famous theme in the Mission Impossible series in 1996. 

"We'll forever remember the composer who turned every beat into a thrill, and every silence into suspense," a post from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on X read and although his passing marks the end of an era in film music, his innovative rhythms and melodies will continue to inspire and thrill generations. 

Source: BBC news 

Re-written by Princess Sedinam Adzafi

                     ACCIDENT AT WESTLANDS 

On a hot afternoon today in Westlands, Accra. A private car crashed into a local bar which resulted in a fire outbreak that needed emergency response from the Ghana National Fire Service. 

According to eyewitness accounts, the vehicle which was a private car veered off the road at high speed and ran directly into the front part of the bar. 

Just moments after, the vehicle caught fire but fortunately, bystanders swiftly rescued the driver from the car seconds before the it was fully swallowed by flames. The Ghana National Fire Service arrived at the scene shortly and managed to extinguish the fire. Sadly, the vehicle was entirely consumed by the fire but aside that, no fatalities were recorded. 

Bystanders however suspect the car might have had undergone a brake failure or the driver was distracted, but as of now, the actual cause of the crash is not known yet. 

Source: Citinewsroom.com 

NEWS HEADLINE & IMAGE ANALYSIS

CAR CRASH AT WEST LANDS 1. Does the image accurately represent the headline's message?**

Yes, the image directly supports the story. It shows a vehicle completely engulfed in flames with thick black smoke, which aligns perfectly with the headline about a car being "completely destroyed by fire after crashing into a bar. 2. What emotions does the image evoke?** The image creates a sense of urgency and shock. The dramatic flames and billowing black smoke evoke feelings of danger and destruction. It may also generate sympathy for those involved and concern about public safety in urban areas. 3. Is the image manipulated or biased?** The image appears authentic and unmanipulated. It's a straightforward documentation of the incident. However, it does frame the story dramatically by capturing the peak moment of destruction rather than the aftermath or response efforts. 4. How does composition affect storytelling?** The composition is powerful - the burning vehicle is centrally positioned with flames and smoke dominating the frame. The surrounding urban environment (buildings, trees, people in the background) provides context about the location. The contrast between the destructive fire and the normal neighborhood setting emphasizes the sudden, disruptive nature of the incident. 5. Does the image add depth to the story or simply reinforce the headline?** The image adds significant depth by showing the severity of the fire, the urban setting, and the scale of the incident. It provides visual context that text alone cannot convey - the intensity of the flames, the amount of smoke, and how it affected the surrounding area. 6. Would a different image change the reader's perception?** Absolutely. An image showing the aftermath (burned wreckage), rescue efforts, or the damaged bar would create different emotional responses. The current dramatic image emphasizes the destructive power of the incident. 7. How does the image compare to others covering the same story? Other media houses covering the story like Adomonline.com used the same image for their visual representation . 8. Is the image culturally or politically significant?** The image reflects broader societal concerns about road safety, emergency response capabilities, and urban infrastructure in Ghana. It highlights the reality of accidents in developing urban areas and may raise questions about vehicle safety standards and emergency preparedness. The presence of bystanders in the background also reflects community response to emergencies, which is culturally significant in Ghanaian society. The image effectively serves its journalistic purpose by providing compelling visual evidence of the incident while raising important questions about urban safety and emergency response.