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Here's what's being talked about in pop culture:

• The Directors Guild of America's nominations are throwing a curve in Oscar prognosticating, with sure bets like Damien Chazelle ("La La Land"), Barry Jenkins ("Moonlight") and Kenneth Lonergan ("Manchester by the Sea") sharing the roster with surprise picks Garth Davis ("Lion") and Denis Villeneuve ("Arrival"). [Variety]

• The day has come where Marie Osmond and R. Kelly are mentioned in the same sentence — because both performers put out statements Thursday saying they would not be performing at Donald Trump's inauguration. [Vulture, twice]

• If you're wondering why your gamer kids are excited this morning, it's because last night Nintendo finally announced the details of its new console, Nintendo Switch. The most important news is that it will cost $299.99 in North America, and will be in stores March 3. [CNet]