5 things you need to know this weekend
Tropical Storm Ana could approach Hawaii
The storm, which is still tropical as of Friday, is forecast to pass near Hawaii over the weekend, potentially as a Category 1 hurricane. Southern parts of the Big Island and Kauai are at greatest risk of flooding from rain and tropical storm-force winds up to 70 mph. Damaged trees, power outages and isolated mudslides are all risks for the island. The forecast calls for the storm to pass southwest of the Big Island on Saturday before heading south of Oahu on Sunday and Kauai the following day.
Do you know Rakeem Cato? Well, he could be making college football history
Marshall University quarterback Rakeem Cato has thrown 38 consecutive scoring passes, and Saturday, if he throws his 39th, he will break the NCAA record. Russell Wilson, starter for the Seattle Seahawks, holds the record. Marshall's Thundering Herd will face off against FIU's Golden Panthers in Cato's home state of Florida.
A massive comet to zoom past Mars
No, this isn't a sci-fi movie. A comet the size of a small mountain will whiz past Mars on Sunday at a distance of less than 87,000 miles, which isn't much in astronomical terms. That's so close that Mars will be swathed in the comet's dust and gas; so close that NASA decided to move its Mars orbiters out of the path of potential danger; so close that such a very-near-miss by a comet has never been recorded for Earth.
Jay Leno takes home Mark Twain Prize for American Humor
The former Tonight Show host heads to Washington's Kennedy Center on Sunday to accept the award for his contributions to American comedy. Joining such funny company as Richard Pryor, Bill Cosby and last year's winner Carol Burnett, Leno will be honored with performances from a number of comedians and musical acts. Can't make it to the District? Don't worry. The show will air on PBS stations nationwide Nov. 23. Still not enough Leno? CNBC will bring him back to your screen in February.
National Chemistry Week celebrates the sweet side of candy
I bet you never thought your sweet tooth could be so scientific. Candy enthusiasts across the country will celebrate the American Chemistry Society's week devoted to the making, baking and creation of your favorite confections. Starting Sunday, you can attend events throughout the USA to learn what ACS calls the "sweeter side of chemistry." There'll be treasure hunts and even some edible experiments. Find events in your area at acs.org.
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