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Why has Firefox started to block re-directs to other websites?

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I do not recall changing any settings; but,Firefox has started to block redirects to other websites every time I click a link in any KOS Daily posting in my GMail Inbox. It never happens in Facebook. Any guidance would be appreciated.

I do not recall changing any settings; but,Firefox has started to block redirects to other websites every time I click a link in any KOS Daily posting in my GMail Inbox. It never happens in Facebook. Any guidance would be appreciated.

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Type about:preferences#advanced<enter> in the address bar. Under Advanced, Select General. Check Warn me when websites try to redirect or reload the page