Japan PM says he stopped wearing "Abenomask" as various options available

Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Monday he has stopped wearing his much-touted government-sponsored mask, which drew criticism for its poor quality and slow delivery to the public, as different options have become available.Since Saturday, Abe has stopped donning what became known as the "Abenomask," a tiny washable cloth face mask which has been derided by critics as a symbol of an out-of-step policy against the coronavirus pandemic. The premier began wearing the controversial mask, which rode up on his face, in April.Donning a mask that fully covered his lower chin, Abe told reporters, "Thi…READ FULL ARTICLE