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i just wanted custom cabinets this escalated quickly...







Hilariously, when you actually read this FT article 👇 one of the main "national security problems for Europe" that could be "posed by Chinese green technology" is, quote: "that the US could demand Europe remove Chinese technology from its energy systems — or face tariffs, sanctions or reduced security commitments." In other words, a risk that has literally nothing to do with China but everything to do with the US's chokehold on European sovereignty.

BMW has revealed the range for its new all-electric iX3 SUV: 434 miles • Starting price in the US: $60,000 • Range: Up to 434 miles (expected EPA range) • 108 kWh battery • Up to 400kW charging speeds. 10-80% in 21 mins • Redesigned cockpit: Panoramic display shows information from A-pillar to A-pillar, 3D Head-Up display, central display with matrix LEDs • Native NACS port • 0-60 mph: 4.7s • 800-volt • Bidirectional charging functions: Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) • Up to 463 HP • 17.9" tilted central display • 188" long, same as Model Y • 0.24. drag coefficient • Towing capacity: 4,400 lbs • The 20% higher energy density cells • Uses 2,000 feet less wiring • Structural battery • Harman Kardon sound system with 13 speakers • US deliveries start mid-2026 BMW CEO on the iX3: “This will be the benchmark of the industry. BMW can build superior electric cars, and the rest of the market will have to answer.” More photos in thread below:

NEW: Elon Musk took $500 million in loans out at SpaceX, a move that would have been illegal at a public company. It's just one example of the years of financial engineering at the helm of his companies. Latest investigation with @susannecraig nytimes.com/2026/04/24/tec…






















