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Zambia's 24,000 bpd oil refinery shut since Tuesday

LUSAKA (Reuters) – Zambia’s sole 24,000 barrel-per-day oil refinery has been shut since Tuesday after parts of the plant were damaged when it was fed highly acidic crude, its vice-president said on Friday. Vice-President Inonge Wina told parliament the Indeni refinery remained closed and an investigation had been launched to establish which firms imported the unsuitable oil. “It is unfortunate that the feed that was imported had some corrosive agents,”

Where to Spend $10,000 if You're Remodeling

Filed under: Home Improvement, Selling Getty ImagesA bathroom remodel can improve your enjoyment of your home but might not pay off if you’re planning to sell soon. By Michael Corbett Whether you’re looking to sell or stay put, you’ll save money on these home improvement projects. The possibilities are endless when it comes to remodeling and upgrading your house, and deciding where to put your precious dollars can be tough.