The European Parliament held a summit in Brussels, emphasizing the critical role of exercise in combating sedentary lifestyles, chronic diseases, and promoting public health. Discussions involved policymakers, health experts, and industry leaders, resulting in a call for integrating physical activity into European health policies and addressing obstacles like physical literacy and inadequate monitoring systems. The EU plans to prioritize active lifestyles in upcoming health initiatives, recognizing exercise as a vital tool for prevention and overall well-being.

The International Judo Federation (IJF) has released its fourth annual greenhouse gas audit, demonstrating ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability. The audit, aligned with the United Nations 'Sports for Climate Action Framework,' details progress across global tournaments and includes case studies of the Paris Grand Slam and the World Judo Championships in Hungary. The IJF is expanding its Green Dojo certification program and promoting environmental education initiatives like Mutirão Judo in Rio de Janeiro, aiming to inspire national federations and event organizers to adopt sustainable practices.

World Athletics has introduced the 'Road to' digital tool to enhance transparency and support the qualification process for the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Kuyavia and Pomerania. The system utilizes a dual qualification approach, combining pre-established entry standards with world ranking-based performance lists. The tool allows real-time monitoring of athlete progress and provides essential information for athletes, coaches, media, and fans throughout the qualification period (November 1, 2025 – March 8, 2026). Combined events will be added to the platform in January.

A recent article explores the complex relationship between menstruation and athletic performance, highlighting the growing normalization of menstrual suppression in elite sports. While some athletes, like Canadian cycling champion Magdeleine Vallières, have reported improved performance after regaining their periods, the practice of amenorrhoea (absence of menstruation) carries significant long-term health risks, including reduced bone density, hormonal disturbances, and cardiovascular problems. The article examines the cyclical nature of hormonal changes and their impact on performance, cautions against the normalization of amenorrhoea, and features the experiences of athletes like Mary Cain and Paula Radcliffe, who have faced health consequences from extreme performance pressures and energy deficits. It emphasizes the need to challenge the stigma surrounding menstruation and prioritize athlete health over short-term gains.

South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST) experienced a significant overhaul of cultural policy in 2025 following a change in government. Key initiatives include combating illegal content distribution and ticket scalping, reforming sports organizations (limiting Korean Sport & Olympic Committee president terms to one and introducing direct and online voting), and promoting cultural exchange. The government also declared a vision to become a 'cultural powerhouse' and emphasized the importance of culture as a driver of economic growth. New committees, led by JYP's Park Jin-young and author Eun Hee-kyung, were established to guide policy and foster cultural development.