=== ContrastNews ===

Contributors: afthemes
Requires at least: 4.0
Requires PHP: 5.6
Tested up to: 7.0
Stable tag: 1.1.0
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

A starter theme called ContrastNews.

== 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.

ContrastNews 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.

ContrastNews is a child theme of "CoverNews". CoverNews Theme is licensed under the GPL v2. Copyright 2026 AF themes
ContrastNews is distributed under the terms of the GNU GPL v2 or later.

== Description ==
ContrastNews is a powerful, feature-rich, and SEO-optimized WordPress theme designed for news, blogs, magazines, and online publishing platforms, offering a stunning responsive design, accessibile and blazing-fast performance. Packed with 50+ ready-to-import demos for Gutenberg, Elementor, and other page builders, it ensures effortless setup and unmatched flexibility. With WooCommerce compatibility, multilingual support (including English, Spanish, French, Chinese, Japanese, and Arabic), RTL readiness, and responsive layouts, ContrastNews caters to a global audience. Its customizable widgets, block patterns, banner styles, light/dark mode, and advanced layout options make it ideal for creating visually captivating websites. Perfect for professional blogs, news portals, and eCommerce integration, ContrastNews supports key plugins like Jetpack, Yoast SEO, Contact Form 7, and more, helping you rank higher on search engines while delivering a fast, engaging user experience. Transform your WordPress site into a vibrant and professional platform with ContrastNews. View Demo: https://demos.afthemes.com/covernews/contrastnews/, and watch step-by-step setup Tutorials: https://youtu.be/WeHALYnDQBM

== 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 ContrastNews menu in your dashboard.
5. To import Gutenberg block patterns, go to Block Patterns under the ContrastNews menu.
6. To import Elementor template kits, go to Elementor Kits under the ContrastNews menu.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

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

= 1.0.0 - Jun 22 2026 =
* Initial release


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