This week, we see how Beijing's residents are dealing with recurring peaks in pollution. The Chinese capital is no stranger to smog, but it has seen pollution levels ten times higher than normal. Our journalist Luke Shrago tells us how residents are coping. We also head to the Philippines, where President Duterte swept to power in June, promising to wage a ruthless war on drugs. Just six months later, his brutal crackdown has already claimed 6,000 lives. Known and suspected drug dealers and drug users are being killed, sparking international alarm. Our correspondents Ophelie Giomataris, Marianne Dardard and Justin McCurry followed the police during a drugs raid in Manila.

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Finally, we see why it's all about "drunk mode" in Japan this holiday season. Partygoers can now use a smartphone app with a special setting to help them catch their train and get home in a few simple steps. Olivia Salzar-Winspear has more on the app that could save your blushes this holiday season.