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Note 9 - EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE (Details Narrative) (USD $) | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2011 | Dec. 31, 2010
Notes to Financial Statements |  |  |
Shares repurchased | 1,900 |  |
Income loss from continuing operations attributable to non controlling interests | $ 7,961 | $ 2,902 | $ 11,249

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