Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Skynews currently ranks #3396 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #2554, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 100+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Jul 3, 2025 (482 days ago) — release #4 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-27 | #3396 |
| 2026-09-30 | #3119 |
| 2026-08-31 | #2853 |
| 2026-07-31 | #2688 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-27 | 100 |
| 2026-09-30 | 100 |
| 2026-08-31 | 100 |
| 2026-07-31 | 100 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-23 | 2 |
| 2026-09-29 | 1 |
| 2026-08-30 | 2 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1 |
| 2026-06-28 | 1 |
| 2026-05-31 | 2 |
| 2026-04-29 | 1 |
| 2026-03-29 | 1 |
| 2026-02-28 | 1 |
| 2026-01-31 | 1 |
| 2025-12-30 | 2 |
| 2025-11-30 | 2 |
| 2025-10-31 | 2 |
| 2025-09-30 | 1 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Mystery Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2025-07-03 |
| Added to directory | 2024-11-04 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Elevate your website to the skies with Sky News which has some of the best features that perfectly caters your need. The theme features a sleek and highly responsive layout, ensuring your contents looks stunning in every devices. Moreover, it also offers plethora of customization options allowing you customize your online publication to match your brand. Furthermore, Sky News features some of the key features like Multiple Header Layouts, Menu for easier navigation, built-in social media and much more. Check the demo at https://demo.mysterythemes.com/child-theme/skynews/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Skynews?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Skynews?
As of October 27, 2026, Skynews ranks #3396 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #2554.
When was Skynews last updated?
Skynews was last updated on July 3, 2025 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Skynews?
Skynews is developed by Mystery Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2024.
