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#Close Call

# close-call - Friday 24 October, 2014

From The Daily Edge Mechanic almost ruins classic Mustang, makes a brilliant save at the last minute Action Man

Mechanic almost ruins classic Mustang, makes a brilliant save at the last minute

Oct 24th 2014, 7:37 AM 2,975 Views No Comments

A lucky, lucky man.

# close-call - Saturday 18 October, 2014

From The42 5 talking points as All-Ireland finalists Castlebar defend Mayo crown against Ballintubber Close Call

5 talking points as All-Ireland finalists Castlebar defend Mayo crown against Ballintubber

Oct 18th 2014, 7:00 PM 5,428 Views 1 Comment

Since 2009 Castlebar and Ballintuber will have made six county final appearances between them in the five years.

# close-call - Monday 22 September, 2014

From The Daily Edge Luckiest cyclist in Russia has insanely close call with car and lorry Close Call

Luckiest cyclist in Russia has insanely close call with car and lorry

Sep 22nd 2014, 8:44 PM 27,487 Views 21 Comments

Our NERVES.

# close-call - Thursday 4 September, 2014

Homeless man in Athlone escapes being tipped into bin truck Close Call

Homeless man in Athlone escapes being tipped into bin truck

Sep 4th 2014, 4:05 PM 15,267 Views 25 Comments

Staff at the waste management company had been instructed to check in every bin before emptying it and a worker spotted him asleep inside one.

# close-call - Monday 25 August, 2014

From The42 This cricket commentary booth was almost destroyed by a rogue projectile Close Call

This cricket commentary booth was almost destroyed by a rogue projectile

Aug 25th 2014, 6:53 PM 2,751 Views No Comments

Mitchell Johnson’s six nearly blew out this commentary box window.

# close-call - Thursday 24 July, 2014

Turns out Earth survived near-miss from a solar storm back in 2012 Close Call

Turns out Earth survived near-miss from a solar storm back in 2012

Jul 24th 2014, 10:45 PM 22,332 Views 51 Comments

Modern civilization could have been “knocked back to the 18th century.”

# close-call - Sunday 29 June, 2014

From The Daily Edge Insanely lucky pedestrian narrowly avoids falling crane Close Call

Insanely lucky pedestrian narrowly avoids falling crane

Jun 29th 2014, 2:40 PM 5,784 Views 1 Comment

Our NERVES.

# close-call - Wednesday 26 March, 2014

From The42 14-man Antrim push Armagh all the way in Ulster U21 quarter-final Close Call

14-man Antrim push Armagh all the way in Ulster U21 quarter-final

Mar 26th 2014, 10:22 PM 3,234 Views No Comments

Stevie McDonnell’s side move on to play Donegal in the provincial semis next week.

From The Daily Edge Unbelievable footage shows construction worker's lucky rescue from raging fire Rescue Me

Unbelievable footage shows construction worker's lucky rescue from raging fire

Mar 26th 2014, 12:04 PM 13,877 Views 25 Comments

This is both amazing and nerve-racking.

# close-call - Saturday 22 March, 2014

From The42 Roscommon reach fifth U21 Connacht football final in a row Close Call

Roscommon reach fifth U21 Connacht football final in a row

Mar 22nd 2014, 6:58 PM 5,147 Views No Comments

There was nearly late drama in Sligo but the 2012 champions held on.

# close-call - Tuesday 18 March, 2014

From The42 'Christ, here we go again': Rob Kearney on the nervous TMO wait in Paris Close Call

'Christ, here we go again': Rob Kearney on the nervous TMO wait in Paris

Mar 18th 2014, 6:04 PM 13,941 Views 24 Comments

The Irish fullback was convinced Damien Chouly’s late score would be allowed.

# close-call - Saturday 8 March, 2014

From The42 Ireland's Neil Seery gains plaudits but loses points decision on UFC debut Close Call

Ireland's Neil Seery gains plaudits but loses points decision on UFC debut

Mar 8th 2014, 9:50 PM 3,989 Views 5 Comments

The Dubliner took his highly ranked opponent the distance in London this evening.

# close-call - Saturday 15 February, 2014

From The42 Second half showing sees Tipperary beat Waterford in Allianz Hurling Division 1A Close Call

Second half showing sees Tipperary beat Waterford in Allianz Hurling Division 1A

Feb 15th 2014, 9:11 PM 18,970 Views 20 Comments

Waterford had dominated the opening period.

# close-call - Monday 3 February, 2014

From The42 Johne Murphy determined to keep Munster on top after missing Ireland's call Close Call

Johne Murphy determined to keep Munster on top after missing Ireland's call

Feb 3rd 2014, 7:30 AM 3,295 Views 2 Comments

The winger was disappointed to miss out on the Irish squad for the Six Nations but is channelling his energies towards the Pro12.

# close-call - Saturday 28 December, 2013

From The42 19 shots off target but Dzeko makes one count as City pip Palace League Leaders This post contains videos

19 shots off target but Dzeko makes one count as City pip Palace

Dec 28th 2013, 5:18 PM 2,416 Views 2 Comments

Manuel Pellegrini’s side have climbed to the Premier League summit after a nervy home win.

# close-call - Saturday 23 November, 2013

From The42 Painful memories of blowing a 21-7 lead against the All Blacks Flashback

Painful memories of blowing a 21-7 lead against the All Blacks

Nov 23rd 2013, 7:15 AM 3,758 Views 6 Comments

David Wallace recalls a harrowing defeat against New Zealand that marked Richie McCaw’s Test debut.

# close-call - Friday 22 November, 2013

From The42 If Sexton wasn't fit, Jackson would have started - Joe Schmidt Close Call

If Sexton wasn't fit, Jackson would have started - Joe Schmidt

Nov 22nd 2013, 3:14 PM 4,050 Views 10 Comments

The Ireland coach admits that the Ulster out-half is unlucky to miss out, with versatility needed on the bench.

# close-call - Tuesday 5 November, 2013

From The Daily Edge Skydivers record terrifying collision between two planes Close Call

Skydivers record terrifying collision between two planes

Nov 5th 2013, 6:00 PM 26,812 Views 21 Comments

Two planes collided at 12,000 feet and incredibly, everyone survived.

# close-call - Saturday 19 October, 2013

From The42 'We got out of jail' admits O'Connor as Leinster survive late scare Close Call

'We got out of jail' admits O'Connor as Leinster survive late scare

Oct 19th 2013, 7:20 PM 5,103 Views 5 Comments

Former Ulster player Pedrie Wannenburg looked to have clinched a late point when he touched down near the Leinster line.

# close-call - Sunday 6 October, 2013

From The42 Watch this terrifying American Le Mans Series crash Woah

Watch this terrifying American Le Mans Series crash

Oct 6th 2013, 10:02 AM 3,460 Views 3 Comments

Fortunately, nobody was hurt in the high-speed incident.

# close-call - Monday 9 September, 2013

From The Daily Edge WATCH: Crazy compilation of close-calls with trucks Keep On Truckin'

WATCH: Crazy compilation of close-calls with trucks

Sep 9th 2013, 5:21 PM 1,189 Views 1 Comment

Will you MIND!

# close-call - Friday 30 August, 2013

Close call for minister and senator as large branch misses them by inches at Dáil Close Shave

Close call for minister and senator as large branch misses them by inches at Dáil

Aug 30th 2013, 3:19 PM 12,955 Views 73 Comments

Minister of State Joe Costello, Fine Gael Senator Paul Coghlan and his brother Michael Coghlan were standing under the tree when a large branch fell.

# close-call - Wednesday 24 July, 2013

From The Daily Edge Diver has luckiest escape ever after whale almost eats him Swim Away! This post contains videos

Diver has luckiest escape ever after whale almost eats him

Jul 24th 2013, 9:13 AM 3,643 Views 1 Comment

We’re going to need a bigger… everything.

# close-call - Tuesday 23 July, 2013

Eight injured as plane lands nose-first in New York Close Call

Eight injured as plane lands nose-first in New York

Jul 23rd 2013, 11:56 AM 17,312 Views 24 Comments

The plane carrying 150 people collapsed on landing at La Guardia airport.

# close-call - Sunday 21 July, 2013

From The42 Relive the closest finish in Tour de France history Close Call This post contains videos

Relive the closest finish in Tour de France history

Jul 21st 2013, 11:39 AM 3,054 Views 7 Comments

Just 8 seconds seperated Greg LeMond and Laurent Fignon after 3285km of racing.

# close-call - Thursday 13 June, 2013

From The42 Ireland U20s' semi-final dreams dashed by mighty New Zealand Close Call

Ireland U20s' semi-final dreams dashed by mighty New Zealand

Jun 13th 2013, 10:00 PM 16,137 Views 21 Comments

Mike Ruddock’s men staged a late fightback but went down fighting at the Junior World Championships.

# close-call - Friday 24 May, 2013

From The42 Did an Irishman just produce the greatest finish in the history of motor racing? Close Call This post contains videos

Did an Irishman just produce the greatest finish in the history of motor racing?

May 24th 2013, 7:59 PM 9,281 Views 16 Comments

If it isn’t, we’d like to see better?

# close-call - Thursday 29 November, 2012

Enda Kenny 'egged' at UCD Close Call

Enda Kenny 'egged' at UCD

Nov 29th 2012, 1:31 PM 33,227 Views 181 Comments

The protesters missed though.

# close-call - Sunday 11 November, 2012

From The42 Ulster Bank League: Lansdowne stay top as they return to winning ways in Clontarf Club Rugby

Ulster Bank League: Lansdowne stay top as they return to winning ways in Clontarf

Nov 11th 2012, 9:15 AM 690 Views No Comments

A second-half comeback gave Mike Ruddock’s side the victory while Garryowen stayed in touch with a win over Shannon.

# close-call - Friday 28 September, 2012

From The42 PRO12 Report: Ulster obliterate Cardiff Blues with seven-try salvo Inspired

PRO12 Report: Ulster obliterate Cardiff Blues with seven-try salvo

Sep 28th 2012, 9:15 PM 1,709 Views No Comments

There were two tries apiece for Tommy Bowe and Nick Williams on an emotional night at Cardiff Arms Park.

# close-call - Monday 6 August, 2012

From The42 Annalise Murphy: I'll work so hard and hopefully be ready to win at Rio 2016 Close Call

Annalise Murphy: I'll work so hard and hopefully be ready to win at Rio 2016

Aug 6th 2012, 3:17 PM 6,873 Views 15 Comments

The Laser Radial competitor fought back the tears after she finished just outside of the Olympic medals.

# close-call - Sunday 1 July, 2012

From The42 'I was very nervous,' admits relieved Andy Murray Close Call This post contains videos

'I was very nervous,' admits relieved Andy Murray

Jul 1st 2012, 2:36 PM 518 Views No Comments

The Scot also revealed that his knee was “a little bit sore” following last night’s match.

# close-call - Saturday 23 June, 2012

From The42 Pride: England draw some comfort from South African tour Close Call

Pride: England draw some comfort from South African tour

Jun 23rd 2012, 6:26 PM 597 Views No Comments

Stuart Lancaster’s side came close to winning in Johannesburg, but must settle for 14 apiece.

# close-call - Wednesday 25 January, 2012

From The42 WATCH: roof collapses over kids' ice-rink Close Shave This post contains videos

WATCH: roof collapses over kids' ice-rink

Jan 25th 2012, 5:52 PM 493 Views No Comments

The roof began to creak as a group of Slovakian children warmed up for hockey, and took little time to fall through.

# close-call - Friday 23 December, 2011

From The Daily Edge Video: Terrifying footage of jackknifing truck on Russian road Close Call This post contains videos

Video: Terrifying footage of jackknifing truck on Russian road

Dec 23rd 2011, 10:08 AM 5,408 Views 23 Comments

These Russian drivers had a very lucky escape…

# close-call - Friday 4 November, 2011

Asteroid to pass between the earth and the moon Asteroid

Asteroid to pass between the earth and the moon

Nov 4th 2011, 7:34 PM 1,464 Views 29 Comments

It is bigger than an aircraft carrier – but it won’t hit the earth, scientists promise.

# close-call - Sunday 11 September, 2011

From The42 McCloskey edges Prescott in tight contest Close Call

McCloskey edges Prescott in tight contest

Sep 11th 2011, 1:19 PM 456 Views 3 Comments

“A rematch will be huge” says Amir Khan after the Dungiven man’s points victory over Bredis Prescott.

# close-call - Friday 26 August, 2011

From The Daily Edge Video: Boy survives being caught by train in Sydney Close Call This post contains videos

Video: Boy survives being caught by train in Sydney

Aug 26th 2011, 6:09 PM 1,251 Views 9 Comments

CCTV footage shows the boy did not manage to clear the tracks before the train rushed through the Sydney station.

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