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YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou apologises for controversial Japan video

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7 months ago

October 25, 2023

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Popular YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou has issued an apology after his video titled “I Travelled Across Japan For Free” stirred controversy and anger among locals.

The video, which showcased his attempts to evade train fares and skip paying a five-star hotel breakfast bill, garnered nearly half a million views.

Some outraged viewers took to social media, calling for his arrest, while rail authorities are contemplating potential legal actions against him.

In Japan, good manners and respect for societal norms are highly valued, making pranks or actions perceived as disrespectful strongly frowned upon.

Saying sorry

On Tuesday, the Cypriot YouTuber expressed his remorse, saying, “Hello beautiful people, I apologize to the Japanese people if we made them feel bad; that was not our goal,” as his video went viral over the weekend.

Fidias Panayiotou identifies himself as a “professional mistake maker” on his YouTube channel, which boasts 2.4 million subscribers. The controversial Japan video featured three others and was part of a $10,000 (£8,216) challenge.

In one instance, the video shows him hiding in a bullet train restroom and pretending to be unwell when confronted by a conductor. He then flees to board another train and repeats the stunt.

Mr. Panayiotou also solicits bus fare from a stranger but falls short by 80 yen (£0.44; $0.53). The bus driver locks him in the vehicle and transports him to a police station, where he is detained for five hours before being released.

Later in the video, he impersonates a hotel guest to enjoy a complimentary breakfast. While addressing the camera, he boasts, “And we’re leaving the hotel without getting caught and without any problem.”

The exact date of the video’s filming and whether Mr. Panayiotou and his companions are still in Japan remain unclear.

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Why Australia is becoming the new home of the Hollywood blockbuster

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The allure of Australia lies not only in its picturesque locations but also in its competitive financial incentives.

The government offers generous rebates and tax breaks to international productions, making it an attractive proposition for filmmakers looking to maximise their budgets.

Despite the recent intake of Hollywood productions down under such as ‘The Fall Guy’ and ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’, Aussie independents are still finding the space to carve their own creative path.

Rob Fantozzi joined the program to discuss the latest in Hollywood, and showcased his own upcoming project – ‘Omerta‘. #featured

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Portal between countries shut down after international flashing

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May 17, 2024

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An international video portal has been forced to shut down after an OnlyFans model reportedly flashed passersby from across the globe.

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U.S. home prices surge 47%

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May 17, 2024

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American home prices are rising at faster pace now than in the last 20-years.

A recent analysis reveals a jaw dropping surge in the cost of American homes.

Since the start of 2020, U.S. home prices have surged 47% easily outstripping the gains seen in recent decades.

On top of that, home price growth so far this decade is on the verge of surpassing all the growth seen in the 2000s.

Many experts believe this decade’s housing market frenzy was ignited by a perfect storm — the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic triggering an unprecedented rush among buyers.

Tom Hutchens, the Executive Vice President of Production at Angel Oak Mortgage Solutions joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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