Differences of opinion in Deen

Q: My understanding as far as difference of opinion is concerned, that means now the ummah can do as they please? Some will say gay relationships are fine and it's a difference of opinion, or drinking alcohol is fine and there is a difference of opinion, do you see where this is leading to? 

A whole new generation of young and upcoming ulama who are deviated and this group will now lead the ummah astray. What is left of our true Deen taught to us by our elders of the past? 

Nabi (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) did say that he fears the ulama even more than Dajjal. This is exactly what Nabi (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) was speaking of, am I correct in my understanding? Please correct me if I am thinking incorrectly.

Reading comics

Q: I would like to ask if it is permissible to read comics online which are pictured books online with no inappropriate content. The genres are:

1- Supernatural 
2- Clean romance (no sex) 
3- Time travel 
4- Fiancés/husband /wife or boyfriend/girlfriend 
5- Superpowers etc. 

I will read all these only when I am menstruating or have nothing to do.

Muslim business using adverts with Christmas decorations and selling Christmas items

Q: 

1. Is it permissible for a Muslim business owner to promote his business using adverts with Christmas decorations? 

2. Can a Muslim businessman sell Christmas lights, trees, decorations, etc.? 

3. What is the ruling regarding a person decorating his business with Christmas lights, Santa Clause etc.?

Using zakaat money to pay an employee for his employment service

Q: The Botswana Muslim Association zakaat committee is currently in the process of restructuring its operations for enhanced transparency, security, and accountability. 

At present, one of our full-time imaams is solely responsible for all aspects of the zakaat operations. To improve our processes, we would like to employ a full-time finance officer to handle fund management, accounting, and financial reporting, as well as an additional aalim to assist with needs assessments, verification of zakaat applications, and conducting home visits. 

We seek guidance on whether it would be permissible to allocate a portion of the zakaat funds collected to cover the remuneration for these roles, given that they would directly contribute to the effective and responsible administration of zakaat distribution.