The problem with 'omicron hysteria'

Plus: Farage on his Trump interview, your guide to the cheapest and fastest PCR tests, and the most profitable city for landlords in 2022 [View in browser]( Thursday December 2 2021 [The Telegraph]( By Chris Evans, EDITOR Dear Reader, After high drama and bombshell evidence at the Court of Appeal, the Duchess of Sussex today [won a legal challenge against the Mail on Sunday](. Following the verdict, Meghan published a victory statement on how she wants to “reshape” the tabloid media, [which you can read here](. The omicron Covid variant has sent epidemiologists and politicians into a spin, with the Government accused of shifting the goalposts ahead of Christmas. Allison Pearson says that narrow-thinking experts who are out of touch with reality [wield too much control over our freedoms]( while Michael Deacon reminds us that things could be worse, as he compares the UK’s troubles with [those facing EU countries](. After 20 months, French ski resorts are starting to reopen, albeit with a host of new restrictions for tourists to understand. Mike MacEacheran hit the slopes of Val d’Isère [to see what has changed](. If you are planning a trip abroad, [find out the cheapest and fastest options for your PCR test]( and, for more travel updates, [sign up to our free Travel newsletter](. Finally, Donald Trump was back on our television screens last night for an interview with Nigel Farage. In this article, Farage details his observations on the former US president’s altered demeanour – and [why he thinks Trump can make a return to the White House](. Chris PS: We’ve extended our Cyber Monday sale for readers like you – [subscribe here today]( to enjoy three months of access to our journalism and app for only £2. My Choices [Dr Jenny Harries]( 'The omicron hysteria shows we are being led by experts who have no idea what living a normal life is.' Read Allison Pearson on why she's [tired of being asked to do the nonsensical](. [Man dressed up as Father Christmas]( 'Christmas may be at risk, but things could be worse – just look at the EU.' Michael Deacon explains how our [neighbours are in a much worse position than us](. [Face mask sign in ski resort]( Val d’Isère is back with a bang – but it’s not hassle-free. Mike MacEacheran reports from the ski slopes in France [as Britons face a mountain of new restrictions](. [Donald Trump and Nigel Farage]( 'Donald Trump now senses his opportunity to win back the White House.' Nigel Farage reflects on [his interview with the former US president](. [Ryan Reynolds, Gal Gadot and Dwyane Johnson in Red Notice]( Netflix’s Red Notice has turned the ‘event movie’ into a non-event. How the all-star, mega-budget heist thriller became one of the [biggest blockbusters in recent memory – without anyone noticing](. [Riverside city view]( [Find out the city where landlords will make the most money in 2022.]( What did you think? Let us know how we're doing using the feedback button below or tweet me [@chrisevans1](. Although I am unable to respond individually to all the emails I receive, I am grateful to you for sending them to me. [Send feedback](mailto:Totheeditor@telegraph.co.uk) We hope you enjoyed our newsletter. If you have questions or feedback, please visit our [help page](. If you have questions about your Telegraph subscription, including delivery issues or technical ones, [please visit this page]( and contact us that way. If you would like a letter to the Editor published in The Telegraph, email it to [dtletters@telegraph.co.uk.](mailto:dtletters@telegraph.co.uk) Please include name, address, work and home telephone numbers. See more Telegraph newsletters [News Headlines]( | [Cookbook]( | [Cars]( | [Good News]( We have sent you this email because you have either asked us to or because we think it will interest you. [Unsubscribe]( | [Update your preferences]( For any other questions, please visit our help page [here](. Any offers included in this email come with their own Terms and Conditions, which you can see by clicking on the offer link. We may withdraw offers without notice. Telegraph Media Group Limited or its group companies - 111 Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1W 0DT. Registered in England under No 451593.