In Switzerland, about 15% of adults struggle with basic reading, math, and problem-solving skills - that’s roughly 850,000 people.
The Federal Statistical Office says they tend to earn less, work less, and feel less integrated in society.
Nearly half have no education beyond compulsory schooling, and most are aged between 46 and 65.
The study also links low skills to social background - few have parents with higher education, and unemployment among their families is higher than average.
Fire victim caught hospital bug
It’s been revealed the latest victim of the Crans Montana fire - an 18 year old man - had caught a serious infection while in hospital.
Epstein had Swiss links
Newly released US justice documents are shedding light on Jeffrey Epstein’s deep links to Switzerland.
Former UK residents can now give blood
People who lived in the UK during the eighties can now give blood in Switzerland.
Should there be a drink-ski limit?
Swiss politicians are mulling if a stricter alcohol policy should be on the ski slopes.
Zurich could be nightime transport hub
Zurich could become a major night-travel hub for Europe.
Fire death toll ticks up
The death toll from the Crans-Montana fire has ticked up by one after an 18 year old man died at the University Hospital Zurich on Saturday.
