Represents a reversal in the allowance for doubtful accounts.

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- Definition

For an unclassified balance sheet, a valuation allowance for receivables due a company that are expected to be uncollectible.

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-Publisher FASB
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- Definition

Amount after allowance and deduction of deferred interest and fees, unamortized costs and premiums and discounts from face amounts, of loans and leases held in portfolio, including but not limited to, commercial and consumer loans. Includes loans held for sale. Excludes loans and leases covered under loss sharing agreements.

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Note 5 - Other Receivables, Net (Details Textual) $ in Thousands, ¥ in Millions	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2018 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2017 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2018 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2017 USD ($)	Sep. 30, 2018 CNY (¥)	Dec. 31, 2017 USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2017 CNY (¥)
Internet Advertising And TV Advertising Contractual Deposit [Member]
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Ending Balance	$ 1,600		$ 1,600		¥ 10.8	$ 900	¥ 5.8
Provision for Doubtful Accounts Reversal	770	$ 0	770	$ 30
Fund Advanced to Company Management [Member]
Loans Receivable, Net, Total	$ 200		$ 200