Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- News 25 currently ranks #988 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #940, first reached on Jun 29, 2026.
- It is averaging 24 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 5% versus the month before (26/day).
- The latest release, v4.4, shipped on Aug 4, 2026 (6 days ago) — release #44 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
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Details
| Author | Nayra Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 4.4 |
| Versions released | 44 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-04 |
| Added to directory | 2025-11-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
News 25 is a professional WordPress theme designed for news, blogs, and online magazines. It features multiple header layouts, unique post styles, and category designs that give your site the look and feel of a real news company. The theme is fully responsive, optimized for mobile and small devices, and offers both dark and light modes for enhanced readability. Perfect for editors, journalists, and publishers who want a clean, fast, and engaging news website. View the demo of News 25 Pro https://www.nayrathemes.com/demo/pro/?theme=news25
Frequently asked questions
Is News 25 a free theme?
Yes — News 25 is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory. The author also offers a paid upgrade with additional features.
Is News 25 a block theme or a classic theme?
News 25 is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use News 25?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is News 25?
As of August 10, 2026, News 25 ranks #988 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #940.
When was News 25 last updated?
News 25 was last updated on August 4, 2026 (version 4.4). It has shipped 44 releases in total.
Who makes News 25?
News 25 is developed by Nayra Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2025.
