Yes, Skynews is completely free to use. It is available on WordPress.org at no cost.

How many websites use Skynews?

Skynews has 200 active installations as tracked by WordPress.org.

What are the best Skynews alternatives?

Popular alternatives to Skynews include Twenty Twenty-Five, Astra, Twenty Twenty-Four. You can compare them on our theme directory.

Does Skynews work with the latest WordPress?

Skynews requires WordPress 5.0+ and PHP 7.2+. Check the theme's WordPress.org page for the latest compatibility information.

Is Skynews a child theme?

Yes, Skynews is a child theme of news-portal. You need to have the parent theme installed for Skynews to work properly.

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Skynews

Name: Skynews
Author: Mystery Themes

By Mystery Themes·Blog·Free·Child of news-portal

·200 active installs·Updated 9 months ago

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As of April 2026, Skynews is a WordPress theme with 200 active installations and a 0/5 rating. It has been downloaded 2.5K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 5.0+ and PHP 7.2+. Available on WordPress.org since 2024. This is a child theme of news-portal. Top alternative: Twenty Twenty-Five.

0/5Rating

200active installs

2.5K+total downloads

2 yearssince 2024

Overview

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/

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