Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Major News currently ranks #3778 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3758, first reached on Aug 2, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Aug 3, 2026 (6 days ago) — release #4 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
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Details
| Author | Ascendoor |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-03 |
| Added to directory | 2024-04-22 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Major News ( child theme of World News ) is a WordPress theme designed specifically for various types of websites related to news, including magazines, publishers, blogs, editors, online and gaming magazines, and personal blogs. It provides impressive demos for a quick start, featuring a flexible layout with numerous color options and diverse blog designs. The theme is optimized for SEO, utilizing a widget-based design that allows extensive customization for easy content management. With full responsiveness, it ensures seamless functionality across a range of devices, including mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and desktops. This WordPress magazine theme is known for its simplicity, user-friendly interface, contemporary appearance, and creative elements. Explore the demo at: https://demos.ascendoor.com/major-news/
Frequently asked questions
Is Major News a free theme?
Yes — Major News is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Major News a block theme or a classic theme?
Major News is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Major News?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Major News?
As of August 9, 2026, Major News ranks #3778 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #3758.
When was Major News last updated?
Major News was last updated on August 3, 2026 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Major News?
Major News is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in April 2024.
