[ Society ] The Trouble With Teens
The word "teenager" didn't even exist until the 1940s. But as long as there's been a word to describe youth aged 13 to 19, there have been adults complaining about teenagers. Drinking, promiscuity, laziness — these are some of the negative stereotypes that have stuck with teens over the decades. Yet most teens do grow up to become responsible citizens. Are teen problems a real concern, or are adults just worrying too much? CBC Digital Archives looks back at how teenagers were portrayed in the media from 1949 to 1979.

[ Arts & Entertainment ] Keanu Reeves is riding high
Youthful CBC show host Keanu Reeves shows off his equestrian skills in 1985.

Order of Canada honours conferred
Gov. Gen. Michaëlle Jean presides over an Order of Canada investiture ceremony in Ottawa, bestowing the honour on four companions, 19 officers and 30 members.

Kovalchuk deal OK'd by NHL, NHLPA
The NHL and NHLPA have reached an agreement to revise rules that regulate long-term contracts as part of a global settlement, allowing Ilya Kovalchuk's contract with the New Jersey Devils to pass.

Hurricane Earl heads for Massachusetts
Hurricane Earl is still powerful but slowly weakening as it heads toward southeastern New England, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said Friday evening.