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Diane Sawyer begins at ABC's `World News'

Diane Sawyer was all business on a busy first day as anchor of ABC News' flagship evening newscast on Monday, save for a brief salute at the end to Charles Gibson, whose retirement opened the job for her.

Retailer rue21's stock soars in IPO debut

Shares of rue21 Inc. soared Friday in the retailer's first day of trading, as investors responded enthusiastically to the store's expansion plans and surmised that its focus on value will win more customers from the competition.

Dollar General shares rise in debut

A strong debut by Dollar General in its first day of trading may signal a warmer reception for public offerings, a market that nearly froze last year and has had a fitful recovery.

Casspi set to make history as first Israeli in NBA

As a child growing up in Israel, Omri Casspi would do whatever he could to get any glimpse of the NBA.

Placido Domingo tries out Verdi baritone role

The notes were all there. The voice had its familiar warm and muscular sound. The technique remains rock-solid. And yet ...

Nissan NA sets tour to show off all-electric Leaf

Nissan Motor Co. will show off the automaker's all-electric Leaf in a North American tour starting Nov. 13 in Los Angeles.

49ers' Crabtree gearing up for NFL debut

The San Francisco 49ers ran interference for Michael Crabtree on Wednesday.

Las Vegas beats California in UFL debut

J.P. Losman threw two touchdowns passes and Dede Dorsey scored twice to help the Las Vegas Locomotives win the first game in United Football League history, 30-17 over the California Redwoods on Thursday night.

Verisk Analytics IPO soars in trading debut

Shares of Verisk Analytics Inc., an insurance data specialist that first signaled that it planned to offer shares to the public shortly before the collapse of Lehman Brothers, soared Wednesday in their trading debut.

Syria fashion designers splash out in debut show

The svelte models strutted down the catwalk in sexy dresses with bare backs and short hemlines — all under the watchful portraits of Syrian President Bashar Assad and his late father, Hafez.

New LA Phil conductor's goal: Music for everybody

On his second day as musical director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the man of the moment in classical music rehearsed with a group of middle schoolers who were having tempo problems.

LA Phil's new maestro: 'Classical music is cool'

Gustavo Dudamel held his first rehearsal as the Los Angeles Philharmonic's new maestro, wearing trendy black sneakers and a persistent smile that showed the sheer fun he's having directing one of the world's premiere orchestras.

Fox invests in 1st Chinese film, a romantic comedy

Fox Filmed Entertainment says it has invested in its first Chinese film, becoming the latest Hollywood studio to enter the booming mainland movie market.

NY Philharmonic begins new era with Alan Gilbert

With the crack of a whip and a blast of fresh air, a new era has begun for the nation's oldest orchestra.

Megan Fox, U2 on `Saturday Night Live' opener

Actress Megan Fox and U2 will give "Saturday Night Live" an attention-getting season opener when it returns on Sept. 26.

Sanchez considers Jets debut a 'must win'

Mark Sanchez is approaching his regular-season debut for the New York Jets with a slight sense of desperation.

AU offense identifies some playmakers

Auburn's new offense wasn't necessarily predictable, mixing up runs and passes and frequently using the Wildcat offense to keep Louisiana Tech off-balance much of the game.

Rigondeaux wins pro debut

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Guillermo Rigondeaux won his professional debut with a third-round technical knockout over Juan Noriega on Friday night.

Cuban defector Rigondeaux to make pro debut

Former heavyweight contender Jorge Luis Gonzalez blazed the trail 18 years ago.

31-year-old Scales finally makes big league debut

When he heard that his manager — his first-ever big league skipper — had called him a "kid," Bobby Scales couldn't help but smile.

Canseco set to take his cuts in MMA

Jose Canseco used his mammoth muscles to take pitchers deep and trade blows with Danny Bonaduce.

Here's Bo! Obamas show pooch with 'star quality'

First pooch Bo got star treatment and his first backyard romp at the White House on Tuesday — and even presidential clearance to visit the Oval Office. But he better not get any inflated ideas about doggy sleeping arrangements. "Not in my bed," declared Barack Obama.

It's moving day for Bo, the Obama's new dog

President Barack Obama and his family have welcomed their new dog Bo to the White House, and they're showing him off around the grounds.

Geithner: Be optimistic about economic future

Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner (GYT'-nur) has a message for Americans worried about the economy: Be optimistic about the future of this country.

Tenor Philip Webb makes surprise Met debut

Tenor Philip Webb made a surprise Metropolitan Opera debut Friday night, replacing an ailing Marcelo Alvarez as Manrico for the second half of Verdi's "Il Trovatore."

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Older women can prowl the high seas for boy toys on the world's first 'cougar cruise'
Source: NY Daily News

"What happens on cruise lines stays on cruise lines"

Susan Boyle to launch album on QVC with special performance Nov. 4
Source: Examiner

Susan Boyle's debut album, I Dreamed A Dream, will launch on QVC Wednesday, November 4. The album will be available for sale on the shopping channel weeks before its official release on November 23.

Pearl Jam Takes Over MySpace Music With New Album Debut
Source: TechCrunch

When I came to write for TechCrunch, I never realized that I would get to write about my favorite band while I was growing up, so often. But I do once again today because Pearl Jam has an exclusive deal to premiere their new album on MySpace.

Album Review - Hold Back My Heart (Michael Johns)

Every now and then there comes an album that seems to have ingeniously soared into such spirit and authenticity and coyly finds a way to your soul. Michael Johns' exquisite album, Hold Back My Heart is one of those albums.

Wieters debut stacks up to the greats

So Matt Wieters made his debut last night. It was a rather uneventful one: 0-for-4 (fly out to right, grounder back to the box, weak grounder to 3rd, and a backwards K), and the poor Orioles fans couldn't even watch him take BP because of rain.

The Backroom - "Bo" Unveiled
Source: the-backroomblog.com

Bo, the Obamas' Portuguese water dog, makes his debut. View Video

Sizzling Star Amy Fisher Debuts Dance Performance at Scores Baltimore, Jan. 23-24
Source: ereleases.com

BALTIMORE, Jan. 7, 2009 — Amy Fisher, "The Long Island Lolita" of Joey Buttafuoco fame, will make her feature dance debut at Scores Baltimore on Jan. 23 and 24.

WWE Superstars to Debut In April
Source: bleacherreport.com

Just when we thought the WWE was content with being just hanging around, Vince surprises us once again. After a lengthy negotiation, the WWE has signed on with WGN to debut WWE Superstars this April.

Carly Smithson: Making A Name For Herself, Post-American Idol
Source: The L.A. Times

This past season of American Idol brought around so much talent and an Idol audiences should keep their eyes on is Carly Smithson.

Introducing David Cook - First Album from American Idol Winner
Source: USA Today

Since David Cook won the title in May, his fans have been hungrily anticipating the arrival of the American Idol's self-titled album, out today. Cook can empathize. "I feel like I've been waiting for Nov. 18 for 25 years," David Cook says.

Song of Davids
Source: New York Post

This past year's finalists on American Idol, David Archuleta and winner, David Cook are releasing their debut records this month and with the speculation about which will emerge as the king of the music charts and which one of the Davids will beat the other for the most prestigio …

David Cook Debuts His Album in November
Source: E! Online

American Idol Season 7 winner, David Cook is to make his official solo album debut on November 18th of this year. His label, 19 Recordings/ RCA Records has yet to release further information regarding the record and a title of the album has not been revealed.

Baseball Digest Daily News
Source: baseballdigestdaily.com

The auspicious debut of the Reds rookie sensation, Jay Bruce

Def Leppard Debuting New Single In Guitar Hero
Source: Kotaku

On April 24 (May 8 for Europe), the Def Leppard songs Photograph and Rock of Ages will be made available as DLC, along with new single Nine Lives. This last one's interesting because the song will be debuting in the game.

2009 Toyota Corolla
Source: Taume

The new Corolla remains true to the brand's role as a subcompact sedan, with dimensions similar to the model it replaces.

Voxtrot Reveal Debut LP Title, Tracklist
Source: Pitchfork

This is super exciting news. The very little material this band has released has been awesome.

Watch Music Videos Played on MTV's First Day
Source: IZ Reloaded: Online Refreshments

How nice. The blogger at IZ Reloaded has gathered as many of the videos that he could find on YouTube to help those interested relive the very first day that MTV began broadcasting, August 1, 1981. Might be worth a trip down memory lane.

Vikings get a win in MNF debut
Source: The Minneapolis Star Tribune

The Minnesota Vikings got a win Brad Childress coaching debut and the MNF debut for ESPN.

MTV News - ?uestlove Says New Roots LP Was More Stressful Than Backing Jay-Z, Chappelle
Source: mtv.com

Established Hip-hop band "The Roots" finish their new LP, Game Theory, that will be released on August 29, 2006. Questlove speaks his mind about his experiences and intense work conditions while working on the recent LP.

Lee family produces first Bruce Lee bio-pic
Source: Associated Press

Kin plan to produce Bruce Lee bio-pic Bruce Lee's family plans to produce a film on the late martial arts star, the first such movie it has actively supervised, the Chinese company making the motion picture said Sunday....

Paris Hilton, Anti-Hero: She Finds a Niche in a Crowded Field of Music Divas
Source: Slate

I wish I could report that the debut single by Paris Hilton, "Stars Are Blind," is a dud. The fact is, I can't stop humming the damn thing. It's certainly a triumph of counterintuitive branding.

Free Download: Stanley Kubrick's First Flick, 'Day of the Fight'
Source: mutinycompany.com

Download or watch legendary filmmaker Stanley Kubrick's 1951 debut movie for free, a rare treat.

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