British health minister apologizes for telling people not to 'cower from' COVID

• British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced earlier this month, England would no longer be required by law to wear face masks, saying that Britain will have to "learn to live with this virus," as the country has faced a surge in cases.

What they're saying: "I was expressing gratitude that the vaccines help us fight back as a society, but it was a poor choice of word and I sincerely apologise." Javid wrote in a tweet Sunday.

• "Like many, I have lost loved ones to this awful virus and would never minimise its impact," he continued.