Daily Love Tarot Reading for July 1st, 2025
Card of the Day: The Hierophant
The Hierophant is the marriage card when it comes to love. In this position, the card suggests that you need to work on your ability to commit to your significant other. Are you scared to truly commit to the person you are with? Are you worried that they will let you down? It is time to reflect on your commitment issues and work through them in order to find true happiness.
For singles: Fear of commitment might be holding you back—trust that the right person will bring security, not uncertainty.
For couples: Deepen your bond by embracing trust and shared values—commitment is a journey, not a destination.
Pro Tip for the Day: Love thrives on trust. Let go of past fears and allow yourself to build something meaningful and lasting.
Stay tuned for tomorrow's love tarot guidance and let the cards illuminate your journey!
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In defence of eating with hands: Culture, science and colonial politics amid Zohran Mamdani backlash
When New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani was recently criticised online for eating with his hands, the backlash revealed more than just a cultural misunderstanding; it exposed lingering colonial biases around dining etiquette. Eating with one's hands is not only normal, but deeply rooted in tradition, wellness practices and social ritual for millions across the South Asia, the Middle East, South-east Asia and Africa. In the West, however, eating without cutlery is often viewed through a lens of primitivism – unless, of course, the menu includes "finger food" such as pizza, tacos, fried chicken or burgers. The contradiction is telling – certain foods (and diners) get a cultural pass, while others carry the baggage of perceived "uncivilised" behaviour. But Charles Spence, professor of experimental psychology at University of Oxford, UK, and author of Gastrophysics, believes that 'we eat first with the hand'. 'Certainly that was once true. Over recent centuries, a range of utensils, first the knife, then spoon, and slowly the fork have come to intervene between Western diners and their food. Who ever thought cold stainless steel or shiny silver cutlery would actually enhance the taste of food? Rather it separates us from what we eat,' he says. In much of Western society, however, eating with the hands has long drawn scorn, and been seen as uncouth or unsanitary – a view rooted in colonial-era ideas of civility and class. Cutlery became a marker of refinement and social status as formal dining rituals evolved in the 18th and 19th centuries, creating a stark contrast with hand-eating cultures, often labelled 'primitive' or 'unhygienic'. As far back as 1897, Mrs CE Humphry declared in Manners for Men that only 'bread, biscuits, olives, asparagus, celery and bonbon' were acceptable to touch with one's fingers. Around that time, cutlery sets among the Western upper classes ballooned in size, sometimes including about 100 specialised utensils. Decades later, etiquette began to loosen. DeBrett's Guide to Etiquette eventually gave its blessing to finger foods such as pizza, chicken wings, spare ribs and ice-cream cones – at least at informal gatherings. But over centuries, nearly a third of the world's population, from Tanzania and India to Laos and the Middle East, never stopped eating traditional meals by hand. In the Philippines, Kamayan feasts (from kamay, meaning hand) bring families together to eat grilled meats, rice and seafood without utensils, an echo of pre-colonial tradition. In India, scooping up rice with dal, sambar or curry is a generational practice. In the Middle East, biryani and kabsa are eaten communally by hand as a gesture of hospitality. In Ethiopia and Eritrea, injera serves as both plate and cutlery, used to scoop up stews and lentils, while West Africans eat dishes such as fufu and jollof rice by hand. Hand-eating is personal and rich in ancestral meaning across these cultures, but continues to face stigma – revealing enduring colonial attitudes about etiquette, race and cultural superiority. Yann Martel's protagonist Pi Patel says it all in The Life of Pi: 'My fingers, which a second before had been taste buds savouring the food a little ahead of my mouth, became dirty under his gaze. They froze like criminals caught in the act... I picked up the knife and fork. I had hardly ever used such instruments. My hands trembled. My sambar lost its taste.' Numerous studies have showed that the direct tactile experience of eating with the hand can prime the brain for taste. Studies show this tactile interaction can create a deeper sensory connection, heighten anticipation and enhance satisfaction, Spence says. In Mixing Methods, Tasting Fingers: Notes on an Ethnographic Experiment, University of Amsterdam researchers wrote that tasting does not start once relevant 'sense data' has reached the nostrils and tongue; there is already 'tasting' going on while food is still on the plate. 'As the fingers move, the mouth anticipates. As the mouth anticipates, the fingers work... Tasting, or so we would like to suggest, is not confined to a single moment. It is actively being done throughout this entire process.' Aware of this, many contemporary chefs and culinary voices across the world are reclaiming hand-eating in fine dining. Asma Khan, the restaurateur behind London's popular Indian outpost Darjeeling Express, has been vocal about eating with hands and challenging colonial norms in British dining culture. Fatmata Binta, a modern West African chef, sets up nomadic dining experiences where eating with hands is integral. In Dubai, chef Ross Shonhan, who believes that eating with hands can aid digestion, improve taste and redefine dining, launched a 10-course Japanese menu meant to eschew cutlery at his fine-dining Japanese restaurant, Netsu at the Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai. Deepak Barua, executive chef at Anantara Kalutara Resort in Sri Lanka, has seen people enjoying their food by hand during his work at top hotels in Bhutan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and the UAE. 'These days, even Michelin star restaurants are serving some courses to be eaten by hand; this stimulates multiple senses, including taste and touch,' he says. But, it's not just about awakening the senses. Ayurvedic and traditional medicine practitioners believe that eating by the hands is more beneficial to the body. Gaurang Paneri, an Ayurvedic practitioner based in Rajasthan, India, explains that the practice is deeply rooted in Ayurvedic philosophy. 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Together, they elevate the practice into a refined and mindful ritual. 'Eating with hands also encourages hygiene awareness because one tends to be mindful about washing up before a meal. It may not always suit formal settings or fast-paced lifestyles, but incorporating it at home or during special meals can be a meaningful way to reconnect with heritage and health,' Barua says. In her 2009 research article Eating with Your Hands, journalist Keridwen Cornelius writes that eating with your hands is a sensuous indulgence, a meeting of soul and skin. 'It's getting soaked in a monsoon, taking off your shoes and squishing wet sand between your toes, making mudpies, impaling raspberries on your fingertips and kissing them off one by one till your mouth is juicy and full,' she writes. "The mutual giving and receiving between fingers and tongue. Primal and earthy and natural.' That pleasure goes back centuries, to the beginning of humankind and through medieval times. After all, history has it that when Napoleon III of France met the Shah of Persia, they disagreed about the proper method of eating. The Shah, a guest, insisted on eating with his fingers despite the emperor urging him to use a golden fork. 'You don't know what a pleasure you are missing,' the Shah is said to have replied. Kurush F Dalal, archaeologist and culinary anthropologist, sums it up: 'The modern day use of cutlery is a colonial hangover. We need to desperately disassociate it from any so-called etiquette. Why can we not eat and let eat?'
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Daily Love Tarot Reading for July 3rd, 2025
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Your Daily Horoscope: Thursday, July 3, 2025
Page Index Aries Horoscope for today Taurus Horoscope for today Gemini Horoscope for Today Cancer Horoscope for today Leo Horoscope for today Virgo Horoscope for Today Libra Horoscope for today Scorpio Horoscope for today Sagittarius Horoscope for today Capricorn Horoscope for today Aquarius Horoscope for Today Pisces Horoscope for today Get your horoscope reading in your inbox by 6 a.m. every morning! Sign up here. A Guide to All 12 Astrological Signs Aries Tension may build today from all directions, Aries. Everyone may seem to be operating as part of a great conspiracy against you. Don't get paranoid. This scenario is most likely far from the truth of the matter. Try to embrace change and don't treat it like an enemy. Outdated ways of doing things may get in the way of important progress toward success. Taurus Spread your ideas out to the world, Taurus. Now is a great time to go on a long trip, or at least begin planning one. Explore the far reaches of your space, literally and figuratively. Join others who share a similar spiritual mission. By reaching out to new and different people, you can have some unforgettable experiences with the potential to have a positive impact on your life. Gemini Take time out to change the things in your life that need restoring, Gemini. Explore your emotional needs and find ways to satisfy them. You may need to adopt a radically different approach in order to get where you need to go. Even if things seem unstable at first, they're likely to smooth out and be much more dependable eventually. Be an individual. Click here to follow our WhatsApp channel for tarot readings, love, health, career, and Chinese horoscopes delivered to your phone daily! Cancer Today may be quite emotionally intense, Cancer. Your greatest gifts may get you into trouble on a day like this, but that doesn't mean you should stop being yourself for even one minute. There's a great deal of important information to exchange, so remain open to all opportunities and possibilities. Meet the world with open arms. Leo You may need to make some distinct mental adjustments in order to fit in with the energy of the day, Leo. Try to tune into these energies and see what kind of balance they can bring to your life. Be more mindful of your words and don't say things you don't really mean. Be genuine in all your interactions. Virgo There's likely to be a bit of tension today regarding your position in society, Virgo. Maybe you're running into issues that stem from your involvement in the collective versus your focus on your personal issues. Make sure these two aspects of your life are in balance. Unexpected things may pop out of the woodwork to keep you on your toes. Libra There's a bit of rigidity in the air today that might leave you feeling as if you're butting heads with everything you come in contact with, Libra. Try not to get too bent out of shape if people disagree with your opinions. People need their space, and emotions will be operating at a fairly high level. Consider this during all your encounters. Scorpio Your emotions may surprise you today as unexpected issues crop up out of nowhere, Scorpio. Take time to smooth the wrinkles in your current plan of attack regarding your involvement with the world. A self-centered approach will create barriers between you and those you wish get near. Consider how your actions affect those you love, and make any necessary adjustments in your approach. Sagittarius You may wonder what all the fuss is about today, Sagittarius. People may be getting all worked up over nothing. Don't get absorbed in the melodrama. Set the record straight and bring out the truth as you see it. Don't let others hide behind façades, and don't do the same. It's important that everyone be aware of how you feel. Capricorn Today is a wonderful and productive day for you, Capricorn. Don't hog the limelight. Let other people feel like they're being heard, too. You might get into trouble if your head gets too big or your attitude too stubborn. Opinions will be strong, so give people room to voice their own. They will appreciate your patience and tolerance. Aquarius Stand back and let someone else take the reins today, Aquarius. Trust in others. There are many helpful hands out there to guide you. The most important thing is to let go and have confidence that others will direct you. They will if you let them. Your brain may buzz to the point that you feel you've lost control. Relax your mind and calm your nerves. Pisces You have quite the juggling act on your hands today, Pisces. Things may fly at you from all directions, all demanding your attention. Give equal weight to your needs. You will be on an important road with a great deal of responsibility. Don't shy away from a starring role. You have the diplomacy and peaceful nature required to be a successful leader. Subscribe to our Telegram channel here.
