FAIR VALUE OF CERTAIN FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES - Level 3 Rollforward (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands |
12 Months Ended | |
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Dec. 31, 2015 |
Dec. 31, 2014 |
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Auction rate securities | ||
Fair value of level 3 financial assets, roll forward | ||
Balance at the beginning of the period | $ 3,910 | $ 16,184 |
Total gains (losses) for the period: Included in earnings | 250 | 801 |
Settlements | (4,160) | (13,075) |
Balance at the end of the period | 3,910 | |
Put options | ||
Fair value of level 3 financial assets, roll forward | ||
Balance at the beginning of the period | 250 | 1,092 |
Total gains (losses) for the period: Included in earnings | $ (250) | (842) |
Balance at the end of the period | $ 250 |