General (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2013
General
Ownership percentage in Happenings Communication Group, Inc. (HCG)	100.00%
Minimum annual revenue of acquiree to be considered for acquisition	$ 100

Represents the amount of minimum annual revenue of the acquiree to be considered for acquisition.

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