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Tom Daley, by Chas Newkey-Burden

Few sportsmen have books written about them when they are 17. But then few sportsmen become world champions at the age of 15, as Tom Daley did when he unexpectedly won the individual platform gold at the 2009 World Diving Championships.

Corden says: 'I loved David Nicholls' One Day. I auditioned for the film but I didn't get it - that's the last time I was really disappointed.'

My Secret Life: James Corden, actor, 33

My parents are... lovely, and very good at being parents.

Harriet Walker: You can keep your sanitised poppets – give us some real pop stars

We'd all have been deafened by the sound of a billion preteen hearts breaking this week, were it not at a pitch heard only by dogs and the demographic in question.

Justin Bieber involved in minor car accident

Justin Bieber is unhurt after being involved in a "minor" car crash.

Justin Bieber wants to raise kids in Canada

Justin Bieber wants his children to grow up Canada.

Justin Bieber joins Taylor Swift on stage

Justin Bieber made a surprise appearance at Taylor Swift's concert last night.

Justin Bieber is Hollywood's richest teenager

Justin Bieber is Hollywood's richest teenager.

Selena Gomez outshines boyfriend Justin Bieber at Teen Choice Awards

Selena Gomez conjured five wins at the Teen Choice Awards - one more than her boyfriend Justin Bieber.

Letter from the editor: Continuous improvement

OK, I was wrong. Again! You have been quick to point out that the real sign of growing old is not sharing our parents’ clothes, but their musical taste.

Rhodri Marsden: Crazy to empower people just for joining a Facebook group

The number 100,000 sounds like a lot, and in some situations it undoubtedly is: 100,000 quid in the bank or 100,000 ants in the kitchen would be cause for considerable celebration and consternation respectively.

Justin Bieber's family tattoo

Justin Bieber and his dad have had matching tattoos.

Justin Bieber is thinking about college

Justin Bieber is thinking about going to college.

Justin Bieber to sing for Beckhams

Justin Bieber is to perform a private concert for David and Victoria Beckham's children.

Video: Planking: A celebrity guide

Justin Bieber, Katy Perry and Kings of Leon hold your hand and support your stomach as you master the art of being a planker.

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