=== BlackNews ===
Contributors: afthemes
Requires at least: 4.0
Requires PHP: 5.3
Tested up to: 6.9
Stable tag: 1.1.14
License: GNU General Public License v2 or later
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
Tags: news, blog, entertainment, one-column, two-columns, three-columns, four-columns, grid-layout, block-patterns, block-styles, left-sidebar, right-sidebar, custom-header, flexible-header, custom-background, custom-logo, custom-menu, custom-colors, featured-images, full-width-template, post-formats, rtl-language-support, footer-widgets, translation-ready, theme-options, threaded-comments, wide-blocks

BlackNews is a bold, dark-style WordPress child theme built on MoreNews for magazines, news, and blogs. It includes 1-click demo import, flexible header/footer builders, banner layouts, block patterns, 30+ custom widgets, and light/dark modes, fully compatible with Gutenberg, Elementor, Brizy, Beaver Builder, Visual Composer, and Divi. AMP and SEO-optimized, Core Web Vitals-friendly, WooCommerce ready, multilingual and RTL-supported, BlackNews delivers fast, stylish, and professional WordPress publishing websites. Explore BlackNews: https://afthemes.com/products/blacknews/

== Copyright ==

This theme, like WordPress, is licensed under the GPL.
Use it to make something cool, have fun, and share what you've learned with others.

BlackNews is based on Underscores https://underscores.me/, (C) 2012-2017 Automattic, Inc.
Underscores is distributed under the terms of the GNU GPL v2 or later.

BlackNews is a child theme of "MoreNews". MoreNews Theme is licensed under the GPL v2. Copyright 2025 AF themes
BlackNews is distributed under the terms of the GNU GPL v2 or later.

== Description ==
 BlackNews is a modern, dark newspaper-style WordPress theme designed for news, blogs, and magazine publishers seeking a bold and professional design. Fully compatible with popular page builders like Elementor, Gutenberg, Brizy, Beaver Builder, Visual Composer, and Divi, it offers exceptional design flexibility. This responsive, SEO-optimized theme supports major plugins such as WooCommerce, Jetpack, Contact Form 7, and Yoast SEO, enabling the creation of feature-rich websites. Multilingual and RTL-ready, with demo content available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, French, and Japanese, BlackNews caters to global audiences. Its lightweight structure and fast-loading performance ensure optimal user experience, while features like 1-click demo import, customizable widgets, diverse layout options, and banner areas make setup intuitive and content presentation engaging. Perfect for news portals, blogs, and magazines, BlackNews combines sleek functionality with a captivating dark design. Explore more at https://afthemes.com/products/blacknews/.

== Installation ==

1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to Appearance > Themes and click Add New.
2. Click on Upload Theme, then select the theme’s .zip file from your computer. Click Install Now.
3. After installation, click Activate to start using the theme.
4. To import demo content, go to Starter Sites under the BlackNews menu in your dashboard.
5. To import Gutenberg block patterns, go to Block Patterns under the BlackNews menu.
6. To import Elementor template kits, go to Elementor Kits under the BlackNews menu.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does this theme support any plugins? =

BlackNews includes support for the following plugins:

- **Jetpack**: Compatible with Infinite Scroll, Content Options, and Related Posts.
- **Gutenberg**: Supports a variety of block patterns for enhanced customization.
- **Elementor**: Compatible with template kits and custom widgets for advanced layouts.
- **WooCommerce**: Fully compatible with eCommerce functionality, including product grids and custom shop layouts.
- **Contact Form 7**: Easily create contact forms and integrate them into your pages.
- **WPML**: Ready for multilingual websites, making translation and localization seamless.
- **Yoast SEO**: Supports enhanced SEO features and breadcrumbs for improved visibility.

== Change-log ==

= 1.1.1 - Aug 15 2025 =
* New - Light/Dark mode toggle and dark mode design improvements
* Options - Customizing > Header Options > Header Settings > Site Mode Switch
* Update - Admin notice improvement
* Update - Block Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.16 - Jun 24 2025 =
* Update - Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.15 - Jun 19 2025 =
* Update - Footer Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.13 - May 23 2025 =
* Update - Footer Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.12 - May 11 2025 =
* Update - Footer Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.11 - Apr 22 2025 =
* Update - Block Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.10 - Apr 17 2025 =
* Update - Block Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.9 - Apr 03 2025 =
* Update - Header improvement
* Update - Block Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.6 - Mar 04 2025 =
* Update - Elementor Style improvement
* Update - Block Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.5 - Feb 28 2025 =
* New - Header Image Position Option
* Option - Customizing > Header Options > Header Image > Header Image Mode
* Update - Block Style improvement
* Fixed - Some styling glitch

= 1.0.4 - Feb 25 2025 =
* Banner update

= 1.0.3 - Jan 29 2025 =
* Banner update

= 1.0.2 - Jan 24 2025 =
* Style update

= 1.0.1 - Jan 21 2025 =
* Screenshot update

= 1.0.0 - Jan 15 2025 =
* Initial release


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