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Expectant Parents Criticized for Choosing 'Chernobyl Hope' as Baby Name

An expectant mother plans to name her baby "Chernobyl Hope," sparking debate online about its appropriateness, referencing the Chernobyl disaster.
The Chernobyl disaster was a significant nuclear accident that occurred in 1986, leading to 31 confirmed deaths and vast radioactive contamination.
A Reddit post revealed the baby name, attracting over thirty-two thousand reactions and comments, many expressing disbelief.
Some users defended the name, citing that 'Chernobyl' originally referred to a common mugwort plant, though it remains a controversial choice for a child's name.

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