Leo Africanus, was amazed at the wealth and quantity of slaves to be found in Gao, the capital of Songhay, which he visited in 1510 and 1513 when the empire was at the height of its power under ...

In the ancient caravan city of Timbuktu, many nights before I encountered the bibliophile or the marabout, or comforted the Green Beret's girlfriend, I was summoned to a rooftop to meet the salt ...

Prosecutors say al-Hassan ag Abdoul Aziz ag Mohamed ag Mahmoud led a "reign of terror" in Timbuktu after it was overrun in 2012 by the al-Qaeda-linked Ansar Dine group. Hassan, who remained ...

Considering your long-term plans, you’ll gain valuable insights into where they sit on your priority list, which can significantly boost your motivation and productivity. Take a moment to ...

Feel like hiding from the world, Leo? Even if that’s the opposite of your usual M.O., we can hardly blame you. With the Sun in Scorpio and your sensitive fourth house until November 21 ...

What’s it going to be, Leo? The Aquarius quarter moon is activating your committed seventh house today, nudging you out of the wishy-washy limbo you’ve been lingering in. Trying to have your ...

Here are your free predictions for the week, from November 03 to November 09 Leo, this week is a cosmic dance of opportunities and challenges, with the Sun in Scorpio illuminating your path.

You can’t ignore your inner desires and expect that you will still end up having the life you’ve dreamed of, sweet Leo. Be mindful of drowning yourself in work matters or your career.

The Scorpio new moon on November 1 brings intense new beginnings to your household and family affairs, signifying a need to withdraw and prioritize any private matters that demand your attention ...