How can I stop videos on websites from automatically playing?

On many sites like Forbes and Accuweather, videos automatically start playing when I load the site. Not only is this annoying, the video also draws unnecessary bandwidth when I tether from my Verizon smartphone.
Is there any way through Firefox to prevent autoplay of videos on websites?
There used to be a plugin available, but no longer.
http://just-ask-kim.com/stop-auto-play-videos-audios-firefox/

Adblock Plus can also block some of them if you never want to see them again.
But you could also use this option from Firefox:
Type in the address bar:
''about:config''
Then search for:
''plugins.click_to_play''
Double click and it will be set to true.

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