As coronavirus cases soar nationwide in many U.S. states, there is one thing every American could do that would make a difference. Wear a mask. President Donald Trump’s miserable mockery of masks has ...

People in Japan's western Prefecture of Nara took part in an ancient performance on Saturday. They donned masks and costumes and paraded through Asuka Village in a dance drama known as 'gigaku.' ...

TOKYO >> In Japan, the nation’s affinity for face masks can be traced back centuries, and it’s a custom that can be credited with keeping some control over the rate of COVID-19 deaths. Compare Japan’s ...

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In America, masks have become a weapon in the culture wars. In Japan, wearing one is no big deal, and deaths have stayed low. By Motoko Rich Photographs by Noriko Hayashi To hear more audio stories ...

For many people around the world, face masks have become an essential accessory to help prevent the spread of Covid-19. In Japan, however, a mask has now become part of formal attire. Public officials ...

Masks are now required in the state of California anytime a person is on (or waiting for) public transit, in common and shared spaces, at work, or, really, in any interaction with someone they do not ...