GUIDE

Overstretched Apple servers worldwide ground to a halt on Wednesday as iOS 5 upgrade requests from hundreds of thousands of users swamped the Web site. The geeky quest for the latest in tech drove the upgrade rush, but experts say ordinary people should also upgrade to iOS 5 to make their devices more secure.

Columbus Day gives us a chance to be a bit thrifty before the holidays and enjoy some great Columbus Day sales. Here’s a guide of 35 places you can save on some great deals and score bargains on your Monday off from work (if you are so lucky) both online and in stores on Oct. 10, 2011. Happy savings!

Enjoy your own private paradise on the Dominican Republic's Samana Peninsula.

Boston has something for everyone from the history buff to the sports fanatic.

Ever since the hippies flocked to Kathmandu in the 1960's, the town has held an almost mythical appeal in the Western mind. But, what's the Kathmandu of 2011 really like?

On vacation or teaching English, here's a guide to finding some uniquely Korean sights and tastes within the megacity that is Seoul.

New York City is one of the most recognized, filmed, visited and loved cities in the world. There are a lot of obvious parks, buildings and areas to visit, but Times Square is not the real New York. Here's a look at some of the (relatively) less congested sites to see in "the Big Apple."

Vientiane is an often-overlooked destination that boasts small-town charm and luxury on a budget.

Yap.tv, a social TV guide app for iOS added enhanced navigation, instant live chat and connects users with friends and social circle in its updated version 3.0 on Wednesday.

Rovi Corp sued Hulu, accusing the online video site of infringing patents that cover electronic program guides.

This city is over 2000 years old and a lot has happened in that time. Take a journey though the cultural, political and artistic history of Barcelona.

Squeeze past narrow alleyways, climb through hidden caves, and cup your hand for a taste of the cold, crisp ice water at Franz Josef Glacier on the West Coast of New Zealand's dazzling South Island.

Theories abound as to what Apple is packing into its next generation smartphone and more importantly, when will it come out. Some of these theories make sense, but some are completely off the wall. If you get a kick musing over every speculative tidbit that arises about what's next, this article isn't for you.

The city is a blend of old and new, a meeting of east and west, and right in the middle of the continent of Europe! Don't miss out on one of the oldest, most beautiful cities in Europe.

Everybody is gearing up for a date with a moon that will turn scarlet in the shadow of Earth. You are lucky if you manage to be in Africa, Central Asia, South America, Europe, Australia or Philippines because you will be the ones to witness total lunar eclipse.

Go for the history, go for the culture, go for the art, whatever the reason, make sure you don't miss Germany's most Vibrant city!

For four days, a 700-acre farm in Manchester, Tennessee transforms into every music lover's dream. Today marks the beginning of the 2011 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival.

Almost five years ago, in A New Book on Taxation of Residence Sales: Don't Leave Home Without It, I reviewed Julian Block’s HOME SELLER’S GUIDE TO TAX SAVINGS.”

CBS Corp has acquired Clicker Media Inc, a service that creates a guide for TV shows broadcast over the Web, and named the startup's top executive as the new head of CBS Interactive.

Throughout the ages, many things have been used as currency: livestock, grains, spices, shells, beads, and now paper. But only two things have ever been money: gold and silver. When paper money becomes too abundant, and thus loses its value, man always turns back to precious metals. During these times there is always an enormous wealth transfer, and it is within your power to transfer that wealth away from you or toward you. --Michael Maloney, precious metals investment expert

American entrepreneur and renowned wine critic Mark Oldman has released his new book 'Brave New World of Wine' published by New York-based W.W.Norton & Company. Through this book, the author aims to inspire readers to drink bravely.