Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- News Update currently ranks #5309 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #4867, first reached on Jul 24, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.35, shipped on Aug 18, 2026 (18 days ago) — release #32 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | #5309 |
| 2026-08-31 | #5281 |
| 2026-07-31 | #4953 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 70 |
| 2026-08-31 | 70 |
| 2026-07-31 | 80 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Silk Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.35 |
| Versions released | 32 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-18 |
| Added to directory | 2024-02-04 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
News Update ( 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
How many websites use News Update?
WordPress.org reports 70+ active installs.
How popular is News Update?
As of September 4, 2026, News Update ranks #5309 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #4867.
When was News Update last updated?
News Update was last updated on August 18, 2026 (version 1.0.35). It has shipped 32 releases in total.
Who makes News Update?
News Update is developed by Silk Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in February 2024.
