Top stories in Japan on August 26, 2026

1. Dolly Parton, music star, actor and beloved figure who spanned generations, dies at 80 (75 outlets, 24 countries)
2. Putin moves to escalate war in Ukraine with talks at dead end (3 outlets, 3 countries)
3. U.S. allies warn Hormuz is still mined despite Trump claim (3 outlets, 2 countries)