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LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified |
Dec. 31, 2013
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Dec. 31, 2012
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| Components of long-term investments | ||
| Long-term investments | $ 179,990 | $ 161,278 |
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Cost method investments
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| Components of long-term investments | ||
| Long-term investments | 137,286 | 113,830 |
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Marketable equity security
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| Components of long-term investments | ||
| Long-term investments | 11,711 | 31,244 |
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Long-term marketable equity securities
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| Components of long-term investments | ||
| Long-term investments | 22,073 | 8,104 |
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Auction rate security
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| Components of long-term investments | ||
| Long-term investments | $ 8,920 | $ 8,100 |