Aqaaid

Q: Is there a difference between a Shia and a Salafi? 

The Shias have no respect for Sahaabah (radhiyallahu anhum) and the Salafis have incorrect beliefs with regards to Allah. Hence both do not have proper Aqaaid. 

Q: Is it permissible to celebrate Thanksgiving?

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.

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.

Q: Is it permissible for a Muslim business owner to give his staff Christmas/new year bonuses?

Q: Can a Muslim go out to view the new year's fireworks? Even if it be standing by his room window and watching the fireworks?

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.?

Q: I have recently reverted to Islam while facing a terminal disease from which I might die in some months. I believe my terminal disease is a punishment due to my sins. 

Is my shahada still accepted despite me knowing I will die?

Q: Does calling Shias "Kaffir" make yourself a "Kaffir" since we can't make takfir of our own Muslim mumin brothers, is this correct?

Q: What will happen if a person commits kufr but later forgets about it? 

Secondly, if you get bad thoughts about Allah Ta'ala and you feel the sensestion of happiness about it but you know thats bad, is this kufr too?