NEW DAY at arirang (2023-10-16)

▪ Israel-Hamas armed conflict death toll surpasses 4,000 ▪ U.S. raises possibility of regional escalation amid growing concerns of Iranian involvement ▪ On-point: Split take on Israel-Hamas conflict? Here's how other countries are reacting ▪ Japan thanks S. Korea for helping nationals leave Israel ▪ Stage in front of Gwanghwamun Gate restored to original state ▪ AI robot patrols keeping civilians safe ▪ Polar polynyas in the Arctic sea may bring cold spells this winter to S. Korea ▪ Afghanistan rocked by third earthquake in a week ▪ Poland's ruling party set to lose majority ▪ Skygazers observe “Ring of Fire“ annular solar eclipse ▪ “Three’s Company” actor Suzanne Somers, dies aged 76 ▪ Chilly but fine autumn day under sunny skies in most places