California "Water Cops" Fine Zuckerberg over "Ice Bucket Challenge"

Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg has been issued a $500 fine for his recent stunt, according to Palo Alto Police reports. Zuckerberg recently posted a video of himself pouring a bucket of ice over his head as part of the "Ice Bucket Challenge", in which challenged users must pour a bucket of ice water over their head or donate $100 to charity.

"In the midst of this terrible drought, we cannot have people wasting precious water," said a spokesmen for the California State Water Resources Control Board. "Mr. Zuckerberg has been fined because it was not his day to water his lawn."

The Challenge requires participants to get really cold

The water board has issued a statement to all California residents, urging them to not waste buckets full of ice water on frivolous stunts unless they wish to pay more to the state.

"I think it's dumb that the water board is going after people for pouring buckets of ice water on their head instead of going after the real problems. It sounds like they just need to chill out."

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The 7 Best Afros of the World Cup

Aside from the many surprises during the games of the 2014 World Cup, it also brought us many many players with unique hairstyles. From the African players styling mohawks to the Asian players going Super Saiyan, the hair is out there. Poopbus would like to acknowledge the select group of players who chose to grow out their hair long and bushy. Here are some of our favorite fros.

1) Marouane Fellaini -- Belgium

The classic afro, let's just hope Belgium doesn't win the World Cup so Fellaini keeps his hair.

Image Source: Erik Drost

2) Guillermo Ochoa -- Mexico

Ochoa likes to keep his business up front and party out of the back (of the net).

3) Marcelo -- Brasil

When Marcelo isn't knocking goals past his own keeper, he likes to style his doo.

4) Michael Bradley -- United States

Bradley's afro is one of the most mysterious, yet it never fails to draw attention from the crowds.

Image Source: Steindy

5) Dante -- Brasil

Dante has yet to make an appearance in these World Cup games,

leaving him more time to fix up his fro before the Finals.

Image Source: soccer.ru

6) Axel Witsel -- Belgium

A hairstyle inspired by his teammate Fellaini.

Image Source: Steindy

7) David Luis -- Brasil

White boy showing off his fro. It could use some work, but it's starting to get somewhere.

Image Source: Agência Brasil

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Activision announces new Call of Duty title-- setting to deviate from all other CoD games

Activision announced it's newest Call of Duty title today, Call of Duty: Da Hood. In collaboration with Treyarch, the newest game is unlike any other Call of Duty title to date.

The game's story will take place in early 1990s Los Angeles circling the events around the time of the 1992 Los Angeles riots. Treyarch tells us that campaign will take us to a variety of locations around the LA area including Watts, Long Beach, Compton, and Downtown Los Angeles along with other locations including Brooklyn, NY.

To make the change from special ops combat the game is known for, Treyarch has been working on new game mechanics. As any playable gangster faction, you'll now have the ability to hold your gun at an angle up to 90 degrees. Although the ability to dual wield weapons has been removed, Treyarch has mentioned that you'll be able to hold status boosters in your left hand, such as 40s, baseball bats, and bags of drugs.

"LA is burning... someone's gotta put the fire out."
Box art concept

The game will also have an extensive multiplayer as featured in previous titles. Playable multiplayer factions will include the LAPD, Bloods, Crips, The Avenues, the National Guard, and several unannounced. To fit the era, the killstreak rewards will not only be customizable, but will also be faction specific. Killstreak rewards are rumored to include tear gas, chopper gunners, drivebys, and "40 oz juggernaut".

It is rumored that the voice acting cast will consist of figures from previous Call of Duty titles including Ice Cube, Kiefer Sutherland, and Snoop Dogg. The game's soundtrack is to feature original scores along with hits from the era including songs from NWA, Tupac, Public Enemy, and Dr. Dre.

Critics have come at the announcement with mixed feelings, some praising the title for delving into a such an original and untapped part of modern history while others are shaming it, calling it offensive and racist. The game is expected to be given an M rating for violence, drugs and alcohol use, extreme language, gore, and nudity.

News of the new title comes days after EA announced Battlefield Hardline, which is also set around cops and robbers bank heist scenarios. Call of Duty: Da Hood is set for release in November 2015.

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Arizona Diamondbacks offer pitching contract to 50 Cent

The Arizona Diamondbacks are seeking to sign 50 Cent as a new relief pitcher. After throwing out the first pitch before the Mets-Pirates game at Citi Field on Sunday, Curtis Jackson has been taking a lot of heat from fans for throwing "one of the worst first pitches in history". However, scouts for the Diamondbacks and manager Kirk Gibson see it differently.

The Diamondbacks are currently the 2nd worst team in baseball, boasting an unimpressive record of 21-33. Additionally they have the 2nd worst team ERA, just above the Minnesota Twins. "We need to improve our pitching staff," said Gibson. "We're losing too many games due to bad pitching. I've talked with our pitching coach, Mike Harkey, and we both think that Mr. Jackson would help us win some games. Plus he'd look better in a Diamondback uniform."

Curtis Jackson throws out the first pitch
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Despite throwing one of the worst first pitches in baseball, Gibson believes that 50 Cent's unique pitching style and throw will confuse batters into swinging at balls way outside the strike zone.

"50 will give our bullpen some much needed strength. Plus many of our players, myself included, are fans of his music, so we'd get some free concerts out of this."

The contract calls for a 2 year deal which signs 50 Cent to the Diamondback's pitching staff and gives Coca Cola the rights to advertise Vitaminwater at Chase Field for the duration. The gain in sales and stock of Coca Cola products is expected to cover 50 Cent's return to the bank again with a proposed salary of $25 million.

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"Drinko de Mayo" replaces "Cinco de Drinko" as second most celebrated holiday in May

Recent polls show that "Cinco de Drinko" is no longer the second most celebrated holiday in May. Previously second to Memorial Day*, "Cinco de Drinko" has lost the #2 spot to "Drinko de Mayo".

"Drinko de Mayo", literally meaning "May of Drinking", has gained popularity over the former holiday as it lasts the whole month of May instead of on one day. California grocery stores have reported increased sales of taco shells, tortillas, tortilla chips, salsa, and limes during the month and liquor stores report increased sales of Mexican beer and Tequila such as Corona and Jose Cuervo.

Popular beverages for Drink de Mayo
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We interviewed Juan De Rákun of Norwalk last weekend to learn more about the holiday. We found him outside of M&P Liquor.

"I haven't celebrated Cinco de Drinko since like, 2007 man. Drinko de Mayo is the thing! Why celebrate for only one day when I can celebrate the whole month! Siesta baby wooooooooo!"

As "Drinko de Mayo" becomes more popular, "Cinco de Drinko" has started to lose popularity. In Davis, CA students at the university hosted a sit-in to protest "insensitive parties" on the weekend with dress codes including sombreros and border patrol officer uniforms. A protest in response to the original protest is scheduled to occur the first week of June after participants recover from their month-long hangovers.

*Memorial Day is the most celebrated holiday in the month of May by the number of people who participate, but "Drinko de Mayo" is the most celebrated by number of total hours.

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Part 3 of The Hobbit to be split into 5 movies

Peter Jackson has announced that he will be splitting the final movie of The Hobbit series, "The Battle of Five Armies", into five separate full-length feature films. Jackson and Newline Cinema agreed to make the split after Jackson cited a need for more screen time.

"There was a lot of good footage we took that we didn't want to go to waste. We initially thought splitting 'The Battle of Five Armies' into 3 movies would have been enough, but we realized that the two new movies created were also not long enough, so we split those once again."

Bilbo's adventure will be longer than initially anticipated
(Image source: IMDb)

Fans of the book and movie series are not surprised by this decision, as they know Jackson's previous works in the Lord of the Rings series cutout a lot of extra footage.

"I love The Hobbit and I cannot wait to watch the last 5 movies," said one moviegoer. "I can't wait to give Newline Cinema more of my money!" said one ecstatic fan.

Initially created to cover Bilbo's relations with the dwarves and more from the novel, the new movies will expand upon the initial wishes of fans and followers of the book series. None of the movies have been given titles yet, but Jackson hints that the 4th movie of the new five part saga will have "surprises for book readers."

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Fans of Rap Music Videos more likely to "Pimp their Ride"

A new study has been released by researchers at the University of Phoenix. The study shows that those who frequently watch rap music videos, especially those from 1990s artists, are more likely to "pimp out" their vehicle.

A total of 400 people from the LA metro area between ages 18 and 40 were selected for the study. Subjects who watched rap videos more than once a day were the most likely to modify their vehicles by far. Vehicle modified had many alterations including lowered chassis, hydraulics modifications, and "bumpin' sound systems loud enough to blow the clothes off women".

"...can't have a cookout without my lowrider" -- Frankie J.
(Image Source: Video for Peace Treaty by Kam)

"I love rap. I love whole culture. I just can't have a cookout without my lowrider," says Frankie J., one of the subjects in the study. "...I just love watching them bounce."

Experts site that the boom in rap music video popularity has been good for Auto Body Shop owners, who have seen a 40% increase in sales and a 90% increase in cash payments over the last decade. "Business is good. We get about 3 new customers and many repeat customers every month," says Armando G., owner of 'Chek It' Body Works in Carson, CA.

As rap music continues to grow in popularity, the upward trend of car modification is expected. "Rap music isn't dying. This ain't no disco." -- anonymous participant.

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Dr. Dre poised to expand philanthropic efforts after selling "Beats by Dre"

Hip hop icon and future billionaire Dr. Dre will start doing more philanthropic work once the sale of "Beats by Dre" to Apple Inc. is complete. His first plan of action is to giveback to the intercity community that raised him. Plans are on the drawing board to empower youth through urban farming, starting with his birthplace of Compton, CA.

The so called "Beets by Dre Foundation" is designed to help those living in the intercity to have access to fresh fruits and vegetables. With soaring land prices in urban areas, there are few farms left to provide fresh produce to local stores or farmers markets. Dr. Dre understands that without an apple a day, intercity folks will be sicker more often, resulting in more visits to doctors and clinics. "It's time to eat healthy. Doctor's orders."

It's rumored that Snoop Dogg will be assisting with growing efforts in the Los Angeles area and Eminem will represent the expansion of the movement to Detroit, MI. Unconfirmed sources tell us that when Dr. Dre was asked why he did not start this earlier, he is quoted saying, "I took my time to perfect the beet."

Dr Dre will soon provide fresh produce to intercity residents
(Image Source: http://beetsbydre.tumblr.com/)

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