APhoto Of The Day — 1.3.11

Kimberley Dunne, center, and other burlesque enthusiasts in outfits pose for the photographers in front of the National Gallery in central London’s Trafalgar Square, during a world record attempt to break what they called the World’s Largest Burlesque Dance this morning. You write the cutline. (AP Photo/Lefteris Pitarakis)

Top Cutlines:

• 1. The curvaceous “enthusiasts” succumbed to asphyxiation when the average 4-pound holiday weight gain resulted in severe boa constriction. With their last breaths they made a plea for shirtless firefighters to rush to their aid — Kevin Taylor.
• 2. A graduating class of Army Rangers at Fort Benning celebrate their rugged individuality after the demise of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell — almostinnocentbystander.
• 3. “I’m telling you Charles it is a scandalous idea! I agree, absolutely, you look fabulous in red and your thighs are as firm as a pony. But, old chap, need you a reminder that you are still heir apparent to the throne?” — Jim Bob Cornbread.
• HM: Powder Farmer