Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Newspaper Flash currently ranks #3359 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3206, first reached on Jul 27, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.15, shipped on May 17, 2026 (85 days ago) — release #16 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
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Details
| Author | Silk Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.15 |
| Versions released | 16 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-17 |
| Added to directory | 2025-01-27 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Newspaper Flash ( Newspaperss Child Theme ) 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 is also optimized for SEO, and its design is widget-based, allowing extensive customization for content management. It is fully responsive, ensuring smooth performance on mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and desktops.
Frequently asked questions
Is Newspaper Flash a free theme?
Yes — Newspaper Flash is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Newspaper Flash a block theme or a classic theme?
Newspaper Flash is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Newspaper Flash?
WordPress.org reports 90+ active installs.
How popular is Newspaper Flash?
As of August 10, 2026, Newspaper Flash ranks #3359 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #3206.
When was Newspaper Flash last updated?
Newspaper Flash was last updated on May 17, 2026 (version 1.0.15). It has shipped 16 releases in total.
Who makes Newspaper Flash?
Newspaper Flash is developed by Silk Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in January 2025.
