Best Bets American Idol Is Back

Was it really only 8 months ago David Cook who was crowned King of the World, or at least American Idol 2008? It was, and now a new crop of hope from God to the desperate, you blast into the spotlight when the new season of American Idol begins. This new year: Fourth Judge Kara DioGuardi, 36 instead of 24 semifinalists, the return of the wild-card round, and no incidents Thursday. And, of course, endless entries about whether or not Paula Abdul is leaving the show..